How to Make Holiday Cranberry and Apple Compote - A Step-by-Step Guide

The holidays are a time of indulgence and celebration, and nothing completes a festive meal quite like a delightful cranberry and apple compote. This sweet and tangy concoction is the perfect accompaniment to any holiday spread, adding a burst of color and flavor to the table. Whether served alongside turkey and stuffing or spread on a slice of warm, buttered toast, this compote is sure to be a hit with family and friends alike.

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups orange juice
  • 3 medium Fuji apples, peeled and finely chopped
  • 1 (12 ounce) package fresh cranberries
  • 1 ½ cups white sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, or more to taste
  • 2 tablespoons butter, softened

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 35 mins
  • Servings: 32
  • Yield: 32 servings

  • Combine orange juice, apples, cranberries, white sugar, brown sugar, and pumpkin pie spice in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until apples are tender and sauce has thickened slightly, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Transfer sauce to a dish; stir in softened butter and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours. Sauce will continue to thicken.
  • Nutrition

    78 cal.

    • Total Fat: 1g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 2mg
    • Sodium: 7mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 18g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 16g
    • Protein: 0g
    • Vitamin C: 14mg
    • Calcium: 7mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 74mg