Dried Cherry Cranberry Sauce Recipe

Elevate your Thanksgiving or Christmas feast with this homemade Dried Cherry Cranberry Sauce! A vibrant and flavorful twist on a classic, this recipe uses dried cherries and cranberries for a delightful burst of sweet and tart goodness. Skip the canned stuff and impress your guests with this easy-to-make, naturally delicious sauce. Perfect for turkey, ham, or even as a delightful topping for your favorite desserts.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 109.8 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Dried Cherry Cranberry Sauce

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How to Make Dried Cherry Cranberry Sauce

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 12 oz (340g) cranberry juice concentrate, 1 cup (240ml) water, 1 cup (200g) packed light brown sugar, 2 cinnamon sticks, and 1 teaspoon allspice berries. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally.
  2. Add 1 cup (150g) dried cherries and cook for 2 minutes, stirring gently.
  3. Stir in 12 oz (340g) dried cranberries. Cook until most of the cranberries have popped, stirring occasionally, about 8-10 minutes. The sauce will thicken as it cools.
  4. Remove from heat and pour the mixture into a bowl. Let it cool completely before chilling for at least 8 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.
  5. Before serving, remove and discard the cinnamon sticks.
  6. Serve chilled or gently warmed. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

96g

Fat

0g

Carbs

9g