{"id":12450,"date":"2024-11-19T22:49:27","date_gmt":"2024-11-19T15:49:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/?p=12450"},"modified":"2024-11-19T22:49:27","modified_gmt":"2024-11-19T15:49:27","slug":"healthy-cranberry-sauce-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/?p=12450","title":{"rendered":"Healthy Cranberry Sauce Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-3711241968723425\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>I\u2019ve always thought<a href=\"https:\/\/wellnessmama.com\/recipes\/homemade-ketchup\/\"> homemade versions<\/a> of classic recipes\u00a0taste much better than store-bought versions. Cranberry sauce is a perfect example of this. Although I loved the canned cranberry sauce we always ate on Thanksgiving when I was young, after I tried making cranberry sauce from scratch one year I was hooked.<\/p>\n<p>Now I have a whole list of healthy Christmas and <a href=\"https:\/\/wellnessmama.com\/recipes\/thanksgiving-menu\/\">Thanksgiving recipes<\/a>. These re-invented new recipes feature whole food ingredients, little prep, and much less sugar. You won\u2019t even miss the canned stuff!<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-best-cranberry-sauce-naturally-sweetened\">The Best Cranberry Sauce (Naturally Sweetened)<\/h2>\n<p>Most homemade cranberry sauce recipes call for a lot of sugar\u2026 enough that I\u2019d classify cranberry sauce as a dessert and not a Thanksgiving side dish!<\/p>\n<p>For those who haven\u2019t tried them, plain cranberries are very tart. I wasn\u2019t sure how much it would be possible to reduce the white sugar and still have an enjoyable sauce. I shouldn\u2019t have worried, because unrefined natural sweeteners (honey) and\u00a0delicious applesauce fill in the gaps.<\/p>\n<p>This recipe still has\u00a0more natural sugars than we normally eat. However, it\u2019s a much healthier option than the ones with refined sugar and is a delicious treat for <a href=\"https:\/\/wellnessmama.com\/recipes\/poultry\/brine-turkey\/\">Thanksgiving dinner.<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-make-an-easy-cranberry-sauce-recipe\">How to Make an Easy Cranberry Sauce Recipe<\/h3>\n<p>Simply dump the ingredients together and cook until thick. It really is that simple! I add the orange zest later on in the recipe so the flavorful volatile oils don\u2019t degrade too much. Many sauces call for thickeners like cornstarch or flour. However, fresh cranberries contain natural pectin that breaks down as they cook.<\/p>\n<p>The juice and applesauce add a natural sweetness so you don\u2019t need brown sugar or other unhealthy sweeteners. I like the recipe as is, but you could also add a cinnamon stick or two for more flavor.<\/p>\n<p>Homemade cranberry sauce makes the perfect make-ahead dish too. Make it a day or two before the big day and store it in the fridge. I\u2019m all for easier (but still healthy!) holiday meals. And if you make a big batch and have leftovers there are plenty of tasty ways to use them (see below the recipe for ideas).<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re hosting Thanksgiving this year, also check out my healthy versions of <a href=\"https:\/\/wellnessmama.com\/recipes\/green-bean-casserole\/\">green bean casserole<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/wellnessmama.com\/recipes\/sweet-potato-casserole\/\">sweet potato casserole<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/wellnessmama.com\/recipes\/butternut-squash-soup\/\">butternut squash soup<\/a>,\u00a0and <a href=\"https:\/\/wellnessmama.com\/recipes\/grain-free-stuffing\/\">root vegetable stuffing<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-203372\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"203372\" data-servings=\"4\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-wm\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-intro\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-image wprm-block-image-normal\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-width: 0px;border-style: solid;border-color: #666666;\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" class=\"attachment-150x150 size-150x150\" alt=\"cranberry sauce recipe\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wellnessmama.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/cranberry-sauce-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/wellnessmama.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/cranberry-sauce-500x500.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" data-pin-nopin=\"nopin\" src=\"https:\/\/wellnessmama.com\/recipes\/cranberry-sauce\/?tp_image_id=494462\"\/><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wprm-recipe-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Cranberry Sauce Recipe<\/h2>\n<p>\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" style=\"display:block;width:0px;height:0px\"><defs><lineargradient id=\"wprm-recipe-user-rating-0-33\"><stop offset=\"0%\" stop-opacity=\"1\"\/><stop offset=\"33%\" stop-opacity=\"1\"\/><stop offset=\"33%\" stop-opacity=\"0\"\/><stop offset=\"100%\" stop-opacity=\"0\"\/><\/lineargradient><\/defs><defs><lineargradient id=\"wprm-recipe-user-rating-0-50\"><stop offset=\"0%\" stop-opacity=\"1\"\/><stop offset=\"50%\" stop-opacity=\"1\"\/><stop offset=\"50%\" stop-opacity=\"0\"\/><stop offset=\"100%\" stop-opacity=\"0\"\/><\/lineargradient><\/defs><defs><lineargradient id=\"wprm-recipe-user-rating-0-66\"><stop offset=\"0%\" stop-opacity=\"1\"\/><stop offset=\"66%\" stop-opacity=\"1\"\/><stop offset=\"66%\" stop-opacity=\"0\"\/><stop offset=\"100%\" stop-opacity=\"0\"\/><\/lineargradient><\/defs><\/svg><\/p>\n<p>A homemade alternative to store-bought cranberry sauce with delicious hints of pineapple and orange to complement the flavor!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-body\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-203372-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"203372\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-203372-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Put cranberries, pineapple or orange juice, applesauce, and water in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-203372-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Reduce to medium heat and stir constantly until the cranberries start to explode (about 10-15 minutes).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-203372-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Reduce to a simmer and add the fresh orange juice and orange zest to the cranberry mixture.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-203372-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Simmer for another 10-15 minutes and remove from heat.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-203372-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Let sauce cool to room temperature and store in the fridge for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight before serving.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-container wprm-nutrition-label-container- wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<div class=\"wprm-nutrition-label\" style=\"background-color: #ffffff;color: #000000;\">\n<p>Nutrition Facts<\/p>\n<p>Cranberry Sauce Recipe<\/p>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t\tAmount Per Serving\t\t\t (0.5 cup)\t\t\t<\/p>\n<p>\n\t\t<span class=\"nutrition-main\"><strong>Calories<\/strong> 86<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"nutrition-percentage\">Calories from Fat 1<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<p>\n\t\t<span class=\"nutrition-percentage\"><strong>% Daily Value*<\/strong><\/span>\n\t<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"nutrition-main\"><strong>Fat<\/strong> 0.15g<\/span><span class=\"nutrition-percentage\"><strong>0%<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"nutrition-sub\">Saturated Fat 0.01g<\/span><span class=\"nutrition-percentage\"><strong>0%<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"nutrition-sub\">Monounsaturated Fat 0.02g<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"nutrition-main\"><strong>Sodium<\/strong> 3mg<\/span><span class=\"nutrition-percentage\"><strong>0%<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"nutrition-main\"><strong>Potassium<\/strong> 139mg<\/span><span class=\"nutrition-percentage\"><strong>4%<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"nutrition-main\"><strong>Carbohydrates<\/strong> 23g<\/span><span class=\"nutrition-percentage\"><strong>8%<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"nutrition-sub\">Fiber 3g<\/span><span class=\"nutrition-percentage\"><strong>13%<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"nutrition-sub\">Sugar 15g<\/span><span class=\"nutrition-percentage\"><strong>17%<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"nutrition-main\"><strong>Protein<\/strong> 1g<\/span><span class=\"nutrition-percentage\"><strong>2%<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"nutrition-main\"><strong>Vitamin A<\/strong> 93IU<\/span><span class=\"nutrition-percentage\"><strong>2%<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"nutrition-main\"><strong>Vitamin C<\/strong> 23mg<\/span><span class=\"nutrition-percentage\"><strong>28%<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"nutrition-main\"><strong>Calcium<\/strong> 17mg<\/span><span class=\"nutrition-percentage\"><strong>2%<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"nutrition-main\"><strong>Iron<\/strong> 1mg<\/span><span class=\"nutrition-percentage\"><strong>6%<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\">\n<ul>\n<li>This is not as sweet as store-bought versions! Taste at the end of cooking. It\u2019s naturally sweet from the fruit juice and applesauce but you can add more honey or stevia to taste if needed.<\/li>\n<li>Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Use Leftover Cranberry Sauce<\/h3>\n<p>You may not have any fresh cranberry sauce left after eating it with the Thanksgiving turkey. In case you do though, here are some ways to repurpose the leftovers.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Do you eat cranberry sauce? What foods do you always have at Thanksgiving? Share below!<\/strong><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/wellnessmama.com\/recipes\/cranberry-sauce\/?tp_image_id=494466\" data-pin-title=\"Homemade Cranberry Sauce Recipe (Low Sugar)\" data-pin-description=\"A homemade alternative to store-bought cranberry sauce with delicious hints of pineapple and orange to complement the flavor!\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-494466\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wellnessmama.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/WM-Homemade-Cranberry-Sauce-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/wellnessmama.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/WM-Homemade-Cranberry-Sauce-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/wellnessmama.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/WM-Homemade-Cranberry-Sauce.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-3711241968723425\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/wellnessmama.com\/recipes\/cranberry-sauce\/\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>I\u2019ve always thought homemade versions of classic recipes\u00a0taste much better than store-bought versions. Cranberry sauce is a perfect example of this. Although I loved the canned cranberry sauce we always ate on Thanksgiving when I was young, after I tried making cranberry sauce from scratch one year I was hooked. 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