Description
Maple Cranberry Delight invites winter comfort with sweet Canadian maple and tart cranberry notes. Warm spices and rich textures create a seasonal favorite perfect for holiday gatherings and cozy moments with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 24 ounces (680 grams) fresh cranberries
Primary Sweetener:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) pure maple syrup
Optional Substitution:
- 1 cup (200 grams) brown sugar (can replace maple syrup)
Instructions
- Thoroughly cleanse fresh cranberries under cool running water, then transfer them to a large heavy saucepan or Dutch oven, ensuring no debris remains.
- Pour maple syrup directly over the cranberries, gently stirring to create an even coating across all berries.
- Ignite the heat to high, bringing the cranberry and maple mixture to a rolling boil, then immediately reduce temperature to medium-high.
- Allow cranberries to simmer vigorously for 7 to 9 minutes, periodically stirring to prevent bottom scorching, watching for berries to burst and soften into a vibrant crimson mixture.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and permit the mixture to cool for approximately 5 to 6 minutes, preventing potential burns during processing.
- Transfer the warm cranberry mixture into a high-powered blender or food processor, securing the lid tightly before blending until achieving an ultra-smooth, silky consistency.
- If the puree appears too liquid, return it to the saucepan and gently simmer for an additional 3 to 4 minutes, stirring continuously to achieve desired thickness.
- Carefully ladle the cranberry delight into sterilized glass jars, leaving approximately 1/2 inch (1.27 centimeters) of headspace at the top.
- Allow the mixture to reach room temperature naturally, then seal jars with tight-fitting lids and refrigerate for optimal preservation.
Notes
- Cranberries release vibrant flavor when popped during boiling, creating a rich, tangy sauce with intense natural sweetness.
- High heat triggers berry burst, transforming whole fruits into a smooth, velvety texture perfect for spreading or topping.
- Continuous stirring prevents burning and ensures even cooking, resulting in a consistent, glossy maple-infused cranberry mixture.
- Blending transforms the cooked berries into a silky, restaurant-quality sauce that elevates breakfast and dessert options.
- Cool the sauce completely before refrigerating to prevent condensation and maintain optimal texture and flavor preservation.
- Store in airtight glass jars for up to two weeks, allowing the maple and cranberry notes to meld and intensify over time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Canadian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 2 mg
- Fat: 0.3 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 0.4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg