Cinnamon Bourbon Cranberry Sauce Recipe
This Cinnamon Bourbon Cranberry Sauce is a delightful twist on the classic holiday condiment, using fresh cranberries simmered with coconut sugar, orange juice, bourbon, and warming cinnamon. This refined sugar-free recipe is quick, easy, and perfect for elevating your Thanksgiving dinner with a healthy yet indulgent flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: About 2 cups
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 Pound Fresh Cranberries (or frozen cranberries)
- ½ Cup Coconut Sugar
- ½ Cup Orange Juice
- ½ Cup Water
- 3 Tablespoons Bourbon
- 1 Tablespoon Vanilla Extract
- 1 Cinnamon Stick
Instructions
- Prepare Cranberries: Rinse and dry fresh cranberries thoroughly. If using frozen cranberries, no rinsing is necessary.
- Combine Ingredients: Place cranberries, coconut sugar, orange juice, and water in a large pot.
- Boil Mixture: Heat the pot over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Simmer and Add Flavorings: Reduce the heat to low, add bourbon, vanilla extract, and the cinnamon stick. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- Cook Sauce: Let the sauce simmer gently for 20-22 minutes until it thickens nicely. For a thicker consistency, allow it to sit an additional 1-2 minutes on low heat.
- Final Touch: Remove the cinnamon stick and stir the sauce well.
- Serve or Store: Serve the cranberry sauce immediately or refrigerate until ready to use.
Notes
- Using fresh cranberries gives the best texture and flavor, but frozen is a convenient alternative.
- This sauce is refined sugar-free, sweetened naturally with coconut sugar.
- Adjust thickness by simmering longer if preferred.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- The bourbon adds a warm depth of flavor but can be omitted for a non-alcoholic version.
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