Description
This Bourbon Vanilla Cider Cranberry Sauce is a delightful twist on the classic holiday condiment, combining the tartness of fresh cranberries with the warm flavors of bourbon, apple cider, and vanilla bean. Perfect for adding a sophisticated touch to your festive meals, this sauce is easy to prepare and balances sweetness with subtle spice.
Ingredients
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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 saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the fresh cranberries, sugar, bourbon, apple cider, and the split vanilla bean. Stir gently to mix the ingredients evenly.
- Simmer Mixture: Bring the mixture to a simmer, allowing it to bubble gently. Let it simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries begin to break down and the sauce thickens.
- Cool Sauce: Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the sauce to cool. The cooling process will help the sauce thicken further to the perfect consistency.
- Serve and Store: For enhanced vanilla flavor, leave the split vanilla bean in the sauce until serving. The sauce can be reheated before serving and will keep well when refrigerated.
Notes
- Leaving the vanilla bean in the sauce while serving enhances the vanilla flavor.
- The sauce can be made ahead and stored in the fridge; just reheat gently before serving.
- Adjust sugar quantity based on your preference for sweetness.
- Use fresh cranberries for the best texture and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (about 1/4 cup)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0.2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
