Apple Cranberry Sauce

November 23, 2022

Apple Cranberry Sauce at The Little Shop of Olive Oils

There’s something about cranberries simmering on the stove that instantly feels like home.

That pop of red, the gentle bubbling, the scent of orange zest and cinnamon in the air — it’s the kind of recipe that makes the kitchen feel alive.

This Cranberry Apple Compote is simple, but it’s layered. Fresh cranberries bring brightness. Sweet apples soften the tartness. Raw honey adds warmth. And just a spoonful of our Cranberry Pear White Balsamic ties everything together with a smooth, fruit-forward finish.

It’s not just cranberry sauce.

It’s beautiful alongside roasted turkey or chicken. It’s lovely spooned over baked brie. And I’ll tell you a little secret — it’s wonderful the next morning over yogurt or oatmeal.

The sauce thickens as it cools, becoming glossy and rich without being heavy. It’s fresh. It’s vibrant. It feels homemade in the very best way.

Simple ingredients. Real flavor.
The kind of recipe you make once and then make every year.

Apple Cranberry Sauce

A warm and vibrant cranberry apple compote made with fresh cranberries, sweet apples, raw honey, ginger, orange zest, and Cranberry Pear White Balsamic Vinegar for a beautifully balanced finish.

Author: The Little Shop of Olive Oils
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Servings: Serves 6-8
Category: Side Dishes

Ingredients

2 cups fresh cranberries
2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and chopped
½ cup Franklin Raw Honey
2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Zest from one orange
Juice from one orange
1 tablespoon Cranberry Pear White Balsamic Vinegar
Add a pinch of nutmeg for deeper warmth.
Stir in chopped toasted pecans just before serving for texture.
Spoon over baked brie or vanilla yogurt for a sweet-savory twist.

Directions

Combine fresh cranberries, chopped apples, raw honey, grated ginger, ground cinnamon, orange zest, orange juice, and Cranberry Pear White Balsamic Vinegar in a medium saucepan.
Cook over medium-low heat for 18 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the fruit is tender and the liquid has thickened.
Remove from heat and allow the compote to cool. The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools.
Serve chilled or at room temperature.

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