Berry Barbecue Sauce Recipe

Elevate your grilling game with this incredibly easy and delicious Berry Barbecue Sauce! Made with just a few pantry staples – ready-made BBQ sauce, tart cranberry sauce, brown sugar, and warm spices – this recipe simmers to perfection in under 15 minutes. The perfect sweet and tangy glaze for chicken, pork, beef, or even tofu! Get ready to impress your friends and family with this unbelievably flavorful, quick-to-make sauce.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 316.1 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Berry Barbecue Sauce

  • Barbecue Sauce
  • Jellied Cranberry Sauce
  • Water
  • ¼ cup packed light brown sugar
  • Chili Powder
  • Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cloves

How to Make Berry Barbecue Sauce

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of your favorite barbecue sauce, ½ cup cranberry sauce, ¼ cup packed light brown sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cloves, ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper.
  2. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  3. Reduce heat to low, and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened and flavors have melded.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before brushing generously onto your favorite meat or poultry during the last 15 minutes of cooking time. Enjoy!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Chef's secret: layers of flavor make a dish truly memorable! Consider what a little extra something could bring – perhaps a touch of acidity like a good vinegar or citrus zest, a hint of smokiness from paprika, a bit of umami from mushrooms or soy sauce, or a sprinkle of toasted nuts for texture. Experiment and taste as you go!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

50 g

Sugar

221g

Fat

2g

Carbs

23g