Description
A delightful and easy-to-make cranberry compote that is bursting with tangy flavors and sweet notes. Perfect as a condiment or a side dish, this vegan and gluten-free recipe is a must-have for the holiday season.
Ingredients
Fresh Cranberries:
2 cups
Orange Juice:
1/2 cup
Water:
1/4 cup
Granulated Sugar:
1/2 cup
Maple Syrup or Honey:
2 tablespoons
Orange Zest:
1/2 teaspoon
Ground Cinnamon:
1/4 teaspoon
Sea Salt:
Pinch
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine the cranberries, orange juice, water, sugar, maple syrup, orange zest, cinnamon, and salt.
- Boil: Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Simmer: Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from heat, cool slightly, transfer to a jar or bowl, and refrigerate until ready to serve. Enjoy chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- This compote can be stored in the fridge for up to a week.
- Great with roasted meats, on toast, with yogurt, or as a dessert topping.
- For an adult version, add a splash of bourbon or port.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Condiment, Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
