Description
This Maple Cranberry Butter Sauce is a delightful and tangy accompaniment perfect for elevating your roasted turkey, pork, or chicken dishes. Made with fresh cranberries, pure maple syrup, and a hint of orange, this sauce offers a perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors enhanced by warming cinnamon and buttery richness. Simmered gently on the stovetop, it comes together quickly and can be served warm or at room temperature, making it a versatile addition to your holiday or everyday meals.
Ingredients
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Maple Cranberry Butter Sauce Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine cranberries, maple syrup, water, orange zest, fresh orange juice, ground cinnamon, and salt. Stir to mix well.
- Simmer mixture: Bring the mixture to a simmer, cooking for 8 to 10 minutes while stirring occasionally. During this time, the cranberries will burst, and the sauce will start to thicken slightly.
- Add butter and finish sauce: Reduce heat to low and stir in the unsalted butter until melted and the sauce becomes smooth and glossy.
- Cool and serve: Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool slightly. The sauce will thicken more as it cools. Serve warm or at room temperature alongside your favorite roasted meats.
Notes
- This sauce pairs beautifully with roasted turkey, pork, or chicken.
- For a smoother texture, blend the sauce after cooking until desired consistency is reached.
- You can prepare this sauce ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
