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Spicy Cranberry Apple Sauce

This spicy cranberry sauce packs a bit of a kick, and it's absolutely delightful! Simmered with a tangy Granny Smith apple, warming cinnamon, and a jalapeño pepper, this surprisingly delicious combination will knock your socks off and become a new holiday favorite!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Side
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6
Calories: 139kcal
Author: Alissa

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces fresh cranberries
  • 1 granny smith apple, peeled and diced
  • 1 fresh jalapeño pepper, with or without seeds (see note), finely diced
  • 1 ½ cups apple cider
  • ½ cup organic brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ⅛ teapoon salt
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Instructions

  • Place all ingredients into medium saucepan and stir a few times to combine.
  • Place the pot over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer. Lower the heat and allow it to simmer, stirring frequently, until most of the berries have burst and the liquid is thick and syrupy, about 10-15 minutes.
  • Remove the pot from heat and allow the sauce to cool before serving.

Notes

Including the seeds with significantly increase the heat level of your cranberry sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 139kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.03g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 17mg | Potassium: 163mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 29g | Vitamin A: 52IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 0.4mg