Description
This Bourbon Vanilla Cider Cranberry Sauce blends tart fresh cranberries with smooth bourbon, sweet apple cider, and aromatic vanilla bean, creating a rich and flavorful condiment perfect for holiday meals or anytime you want to elevate your cranberry sauce with a boozy twist.
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Ingredients
- 1 12–ounce bag of fresh cranberries
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup bourbon
- 3 tablespoons apple cider
- 1 vanilla bean, split
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, add the fresh cranberries, sugar, bourbon, apple cider, and the split vanilla bean. Stir to mix all the ingredients thoroughly.
- Simmer the Sauce: Place the saucepan over medium-low heat. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar and combine flavors.
- Cook Until Thickened: Allow the cranberries to bubbly simmer for about 15 minutes, or until they begin to break down and the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
- Cool and Store: Remove the saucepan from heat and let the cranberry sauce cool. The sauce will thicken further as it cools. Keep the vanilla bean in the sauce for extra flavor if desired.
- Serve and Reheat: Serve chilled or reheat gently before serving. Store leftover sauce in the refrigerator where it will keep well.
Notes
- Leaving the vanilla bean in the sauce until serving enhances the vanilla flavor.
- The sauce can be refrigerated and served cold or warmed; both ways taste great.
- Use fresh cranberries for the best texture and flavor.
- Adjust the amount of sugar based on your preference for sweetness.
- Ensure to simmer gently to avoid burning or overcooking the sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (about 1/3 cup)
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0.1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0.3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
