Maple-Infused Cranberry Plum Sauce
This delightful Maple-Infused Cranberry Plum Sauce combines the tartness of fresh cranberries with the sweetness of plums and the warm flavors of orange and maple. Perfect for your holiday table, this New England-style sauce is specially designed to be diabetic-friendly without compromising on taste. Made using a maple-flavored agave nectar and a brown sugar substitute, it can be prepared days in advance, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Serve it as a versatile accompaniment to turkey, roasts, or even as a delightful topping for desserts!
8
Servings
N/A
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
orange juice
1/4 cup (freshly squeezed)
orange zest
1 tablespoon (grated)
maple-flavored agave nectar
1/8 cup (or use pure maple syrup)
molasses
1/8 cup
brown sugar substitute
2 tablespoons
butter
1 tablespoon
kosher salt
1 pinch
plums
2 (stoned and diced)
fresh cranberries
12 ounces (washed and picked over)
Instructions
1
In a medium saucepan, combine the orange juice, orange zest, maple-flavored agave nectar, molasses, brown sugar substitute, butter, and kosher salt.
2
Heat the mixture over low heat, stirring frequently until the sugar has completely dissolved.
3
Add the diced plums to the saucepan and simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend.
4
Stir in the fresh cranberries and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries begin to burst, approximately 10 minutes.
5
Keep cooking until the sauce reaches your desired consistency, about 5 more minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
6
Transfer the sauce to a serving dish or airtight container and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maple-Infused Cranberry Plum Sauce?
It is a New England-style sauce that combines the tartness of fresh cranberries with the sweetness of plums, orange, and maple flavors.
Is this cranberry sauce recipe diabetic-friendly?
Yes, it is specifically designed to be diabetic-friendly by using maple-flavored agave nectar and a brown sugar substitute.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 8 servings.
Can I make this sauce in advance?
Yes, it can be prepared days in advance, which allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
What are the primary fruit ingredients?
The main fruit ingredients are 12 ounces of fresh cranberries and 2 stoned and diced plums.
Is this recipe gluten-free?
Yes, according to the tags, this recipe is gluten-free.
What can I serve with this sauce?
It is a versatile accompaniment for turkey, roasts, or even as a topping for desserts.
How much orange juice is required?
The recipe calls for 1/4 cup of freshly squeezed orange juice.
What is the role of the brown sugar substitute?
It provides sweetness while keeping the recipe suitable for those monitoring sugar intake.
How long should the plums simmer?
The diced plums should simmer for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
What is the indication that the cranberries are cooking properly?
The cranberries should begin to burst after approximately 10 minutes of cooking.
Can I use pure maple syrup instead of agave?
Yes, you can use pure maple syrup as a substitute for the maple-flavored agave nectar.
How much orange zest is needed?
The recipe requires 1 tablespoon of grated orange zest.
What is the recommended heat level for dissolving the sugar?
The mixture should be heated over low heat while stirring frequently.
How much molasses is used in the sauce?
The recipe uses 1/8 cup of molasses.
How should the plums be prepared?
The plums should be stoned (pitted) and diced before adding to the saucepan.
How much butter is included in the recipe?
The recipe includes 1 tablespoon of butter.
What kind of salt should be used?
A pinch of kosher salt is recommended.
How do I store the finished sauce?
Transfer the sauce to a serving dish or airtight container and refrigerate until ready to serve.
What is the final step in the cooking process?
The final step is to cook the sauce for about 5 more minutes until it reaches your desired consistency, then remove from heat to cool.
What is the category of this recipe?
This recipe is categorized under Sauces.
How many plums do I need for this recipe?
You will need 2 plums.
How much maple-flavored agave nectar is required?
The recipe calls for 1/8 cup of maple-flavored agave nectar.
How should the fresh cranberries be prepared?
The cranberries should be washed and picked over before use.
Is this a New England style recipe?
Yes, it is described as a New England-style sauce.
Does the recipe use orange zest?
Yes, it uses 1 tablespoon of grated orange zest.
What is the first step of the instructions?
In a medium saucepan, combine orange juice, zest, agave, molasses, sugar substitute, butter, and salt.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include cranberry sauce, diabetic-friendly, maple sauce, holiday recipes, fruit sauces, and gluten-free.
How much brown sugar substitute is used?
The recipe uses 2 tablespoons of brown sugar substitute.
How long is the total approximate cooking time?
The total cooking time is approximately 20 minutes once all ingredients are in the pan.