Jalapeño Maple Brown Sugar Cranberry Sauce
Sweet, tangy, and gently spicy, this cranberry jalapeño sauce balances maple syrup, brown sugar, and citrus with fresh heat. Perfect for turkey, chicken, sandwiches, burgers, or cheese boards.
Servings: 18
Calories: 53kcal
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- Chefs Knife
- Cutting Board
- Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
- Measuring cups
Ingredients
- 12 oz Cranberries (fresh or frozen)
- 2 Jalapeños Finely Diced (seeded or not, your call)
- ½ cup Maple Syrup
- ⅓ cup Brown Sugar
- ⅔ cup Orange Juice
Instructions
- Combine Everything: Add the cranberries, maple syrup, brown sugar, orange juice, and diced jalapeños to a saucepan over medium heat.
- Bring to a Simmer: Stir occasionally and bring the mixture to a gentle boil as the sugars dissolve.
- Cook Until Thickened: Reduce to a simmer and cook for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst and the sauce thickens naturally.
- Adjust & Finish: Remove from heat and let cool slightly. The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools.
- Serve or Store: Serve warm or chilled. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 10 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 30g | Calories: 53kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 30mg | Potassium: 62mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 58IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 0.1mg
