Holiday Cranberry and Apple Compote

Fresh cranberries and apples simmer together in pumpkin-spiced orange juice to produce this thick compote that works with turkey, ham, or even pie.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 78 Calories

Ingredients

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

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

Transfer sauce to a dish; stir in softened butter and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours. Sauce will continue to thicken.