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    Home » Recipes » Vegan Condiment Recipes

    Cranberry Raspberry Sauce

    By: Amy Katz · Published: Sep 20, 2022 · Last modified: Sep 20, 2022 · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    Special diet: gluten-free, nut-free, oil-free, soy-free, vegan
    Bowl of cranberry sauce and dinner plate with tofu meatballs topped with the sauce with text overlay Cranberry Raspberry Sauce.

    Combine fresh or frozen berries and pure maple syrup to make this incredibly delicious Cranberry Raspberry Sauce. It's the perfect mix of tart and sweet. Easy to make in 20 minutes and refined sugar-free.

    Bowl of sauce garnished with fresh raspberries with dinner plate in the background.

    Cranberries are a must on my holiday table. Whether they're raw in Cranberry Apple Relish or dried in Broccoli Grape Salad, it simply wouldn't be Thanksgiving without them.

    If you're looking for an alternative to the recipe on the back of a bag of cranberries, you'll love this simple Cranberry Raspberry Sauce. It's just as quick and easy to prepare.

    And using maple syrup in place of granulated sugar plus the addition of raspberries gives it a sweet and balanced flavor without overpowering the natural sourness of the cranberries.

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    • Why you'll love this recipe
    • Ingredients
    • Amy's tip
    • Instructions
    • Variations
    • Serving suggestions
    • Storing and freezing
    • FAQ
    • More vegan holiday recipes
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    Why you'll love this recipe

    • It's loaded with sweet-tart flavor yet only requires 3 ingredients, plus water.
    • You can use frozen fruit instead of fresh.
    • You can make it in 20 minutes, and it stores well refrigerated or frozen.

    Ingredients

    Ingredients on a countertop: Bottle of pure maple syrup, bag of frozen cranberries, and bag of frozen raspberries.

    For the complete list of ingredients with measurements plus recipe instructions, please see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    Amy's tip

    Save time and money by buying frozen cranberries and raspberries for this recipe instead of fresh. There's no need to thaw them first. Simply cook them from frozen. You don't even need to rinse them.

    Instructions

    4 steps for making this recipe: A saucepan with cranberries, the sauce at a low boil, stirring in the raspberries, and the finished sauce.
    1. Add the cranberries, maple syrup, and water to a small saucepan.
    2. Bring to a low boil, stirring occasionally, and cook for 10 minutes.
    3. Stir in the raspberries.
    4. Simmer for 5 more minutes until the sauce has thickened.

    Variations

    Want to change things up? Start with this basic recipe and add in your favorite ingredients to suit your taste.

    • Use orange juice, apple juice, or cranberry juice in place of the water.
    • Stir in some orange zest or lemon zest.
    • Add a pinch of cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger.

    Serving suggestions

    Dinner plate with tofu meatballs topped with cranberry raspberry sauce, mashed potatoes, and peas with bowl of sauce in the background.
    Tofu Meatballs topped with Cranberry Raspberry Sauce with Olive Oil Mashed Potatoes and peas.

    No Thanksgiving table is complete without homemade cranberry sauce. It pair well with vegan holiday entrees like Tofu Meatballs, Lentil Meatloaf Muffins, and Stuffed Acorn Squash.

    You can also enjoy it as a crostini topping with vegan cheese for a festive appetizer. Or add a dollop to vanilla ice cream or chocolate cake for dessert.

    And don't forget about breakfast. Use some of your leftover sauce on vegan pancakes and overnight oats.

    Storing and freezing

    Store cranberry raspberry sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 10 to 14 days. Or freeze for 2 months (for best flavor) or up to 1 year. Thaw frozen sauce in the refrigerator overnight.

    FAQ

    Should cranberry sauce be cold when served?

    While it can be enjoyed warm or cold, most people serve cranberry sauce chilled or at room temperature. This makes it perfect for preparing in advance and refrigerating for later.

    How do you know when cranberry sauce is done?

    The sauce will be thick like jam when it's done. And it will thicken a little more as it cools.

    Is cranberry sauce supposed to be sweet or sour?

    Cranberry sauce should be a balance of sweet and sour. Cranberries are naturally very sour. Adding a sweetener like pure maple syrup and another fruit like raspberries, apples, or oranges tames the sourness without adding too much excess sweetness.

    More vegan holiday recipes

    • Vegan Mashed Sweet Potatoes
    • Sauteed Green Beans with Mushrooms
    • Balsamic Glazed Brussels Sprouts with Grapes
    • Vegan Gluten-Free Mushroom Gravy

    And for even more recipes, join the Vegan Mediterranean Diet Recipes Facebook group for support, inspiration, and fun.

    If you love this recipe, please give it 5 stars! ★★★★★

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    Bowl of cranberry sauce garnished with fresh raspberries.

    Cranberry Raspberry Sauce

    Combine fresh or frozen berries and maple syrup to make this incredibly delicious Cranberry Raspberry Sauce. A perfect mix of tart and sweet.
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    Special diet: gluten-free, nut-free, oil-free, soy-free, vegan
    Course: Condiment
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 20 minutes
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 85kcal
    Author: Amy Katz

    Ingredients

    • 12 ounces fresh or frozen* cranberries
    • ½ cup pure maple syrup
    • ½ cup water
    • 6 ounces fresh or frozen* raspberries
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    Instructions

    • In a small saucepan over medium heat, bring the cranberries, maple syrup, and water to a low boil. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes or until the sauce has thickened. You may hear the cranberries pop as they cook.
    • Stir in the raspberries and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve warm or cold.

    Notes

    *If using frozen cranberries and/or raspberries, keep them frozen and do not thaw before making the sauce.
    Storing: Store sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 10 to 14 days. Or freeze for 2 months (for best flavor) or up to 1 year.
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 85kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 0.5g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 4mg | Potassium: 111mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 33IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 0.3mg

    Nutritional information is an estimation only.

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    About Amy

    Amy Katz is a vegan recipe developer, photographer, and Certified Vegan Nutrition Health Coach. She loves sharing delicious plant-based Mediterranean diet recipes that home cooks of all levels can enjoy. Her easy vegan recipes have been featured on HuffPost, LIVESTRONG, Healthline, Parade, VegNews, BuzzFeed, MSN, Greatist, Country Living, Insider, Brit+Co, Well+Good, and more. She lives in Orange County, California with the love of her life, Brad, and their adorable black cat, Ozzy.

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    1. Kerry

      November 25, 2022 at 11:03 am

      5 stars
      This was a hit at Thanksgiving and so quick to make. Enjoyed a healthy option for cranberry sauce.

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      • Amy Katz

        November 26, 2022 at 11:01 am

        I'm so glad, Kerry!

        Reply
    2. Chenee M

      November 24, 2022 at 2:10 pm

      5 stars
      Hello Amy! This cranberry sauce is delicious and the best I have tasted. My daughter hates cranberry sauce and when she ate this one she loved it, says she can eat the sauce by itself. Thanks for the great recipe.

      Reply
      • Amy Katz

        November 24, 2022 at 9:49 pm

        I'm so happy you both loved it, Chenee!

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