Cranberry Chipotle Sauce Recipe

Elevate your roasted meats with this vibrant Cranberry Chipotle Sauce! Inspired by a classic food & wine recipe, this sweet and smoky sauce comes together in just 15 minutes. The tart cranberries mingle perfectly with the subtle heat of chipotle peppers and a touch of honey for an unforgettable flavor experience. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any special occasion.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 103.6 kcal
Protein 0g
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Ingredients for Cranberry Chipotle Sauce

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How to Make Cranberry Chipotle Sauce

  1. Combine 12 ounces fresh or frozen cranberries, 1/4 cup honey, and 1/4 cup water in a medium saucepan.
  2. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, and cook until cranberries burst, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Remove from heat.
  4. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a small skillet over low heat.
  5. Add 1 clove minced garlic and cook until softened, about 1 minute.
  6. Stir in 1 teaspoon chipotle powder (or 1-2 finely chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, adjust to taste) and the garlic-butter mixture into the cranberries.
  7. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve warm over your favorite roasted meats. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

73g

Fat

9g

Carbs

7g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cranberry Chipotle Sauce?

Cranberry Chipotle Sauce takes about 20 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cranberry Chipotle Sauce?

Cranberry Chipotle Sauce has approximately 103.6 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 4 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cranberry Chipotle Sauce?

The key ingredients for Cranberry Chipotle Sauce are Fresh Cranberries, Honey, Water, Unsalted Butter, Garlic Cloves, Chipotle Chile In Adobo. See the full list with measurements above.

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