Blackberry Cranberry Delight: A Festive Sauce
Get ready to enhance your desserts and breakfast treats with a delightful and easy-to-make sauce that’s bursting with flavor! Our Blackberry Cranberry Delight is not only vibrant and delicious but also a versatile companion to many dishes. Whether drizzled over pancakes, swirled into yogurt, or served alongside roast meats, this sauce adds a special touch to your meals, especially during the festive seasons.
Ingredients:
- Cranberries: 12 ounces (fresh or frozen)
- Blackberries: 4 ounces (about 1 cup, fresh or frozen)
- Granulated Sugar: 1/2 cup
- Water: 1/4 cup
- Lemon Juice: 1 teaspoon
- Chambord Black Raspberry Liqueur (optional): 2 tablespoons
Directions:
- Combine Ingredients: In a saucepan, combine the cranberries, blackberries, sugar, water, and lemon juice. Set over medium heat.
- Simmer: Bring the mixture to a simmer. Stir occasionally for about 10 minutes, or until the cranberries have burst and the sauce has thickened.
- Add Chambord: If using, stir in the Chambord liqueur and return to a simmer for another minute.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from heat and allow the sauce to cool. It can be served warm or cold.
Recipe Notes:
- Preparation Time: 5 minutes
- Cooking Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Calories: Approximately 110 kcal per serving
- Servings: Makes about 6 servings
Serving Suggestions:
- Dessert Topping: Perfect over cheesecakes, ice cream, or vanilla custard.
- Breakfast Boost: A delightful addition to oatmeal, pancakes, or waffles.
- Savory Pairings: Excellent with pork chops, turkey, or as a unique spread in sandwiches.
Make-Ahead:
This sauce can be prepared up to 3 days in advance, making your meal planning easier. Just store it in a jar or airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to use.
This Blackberry Cranberry Delight is not just a treat to the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes, with its deep red hues making it a visually appealing addition to any table setting. Enjoy the sweet-tart flavors that only berries can provide, enhanced with a touch of sophistication from Chambord, if you choose to indulge. Whether for a special occasion or a simple family meal, this sauce promises to impress!
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Blackberry Cranberry Delight
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 1x
Description
Dive into the rich and tangy world of our Blackberry Cranberry Sauce, a delightful blend that captures the essence of fall with every spoonful. Whether you’re drizzling it over your favorite desserts, enhancing a roasted meat dish, or simply enjoying it as a sweet spread, this sauce brings a burst of fresh berry flavors that perfectly balance sweet and tart notes.
The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity and versatility. Made with just a few ingredients, it’s a testament to how easy gourmet can be. Suitable for any season, but especially perfect for autumn and winter, it promises to add a touch of elegance to your dining table. Impress your guests or treat yourself with this effortlessly exquisite sauce that’s as pleasing to the palate as it is to the eye.
Ingredients
12 ounces fresh or frozen cranberries
4 ounces (1 cup) fresh or frozen blackberries
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup water
1 teaspoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons Chambord black raspberry liqueur (optional)
Instructions
In a saucepan, combine cranberries, blackberries, sugar, water, and lemon juice over medium heat. Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes or until cranberries are burst and the liquid is thickened. Stir in Chambord and return to a simmer.
Remove from heat and let cool before serving. Sauce can be made up to 3 days ahead of time and refrigerated in a jar or airtight container.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 110 Kcal