High Fructose Corn Syrup Free Cranberry-Orange Relish
Tart cranberries, bright citrus, and warm spice come together in a relish that tastes like the holidays distilled into a single spoonful. The secret weapon here is pure maple syrup, which brings a gentle, complex sweetness without any of the processed corn-derived sweeteners that sneak into so many store-bought versions. That swap matters more than you might think — bottled cranberry sauces and relishes are notorious for hiding high-fructose corn syrup deep in the ingredient list, so making your own puts you fully in control. Ceylon cinnamon and ground ginger add a subtle warmth that plays beautifully against the tang of fresh orange juice and zest, and the whole thing comes together in under 20 minutes on the stovetop. As it cools, the relish thickens into a glossy, loose jam that clings perfectly to a slice of turkey or a wedge of brie. Make a jar ahead of time and it just keeps getting better as the flavors meld in the fridge.
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8 servings
- 12 oz fresh or frozen cranberries
- ½ cup fresh orange juice (from about 2 medium oranges)
- 1 tbsp orange zest (from about 1 medium orange)
- ⅓ cup pure maple syrup
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ⅛ tsp fine sea salt
Instructions
- 1
Combine the cranberries, orange juice, maple syrup, Ceylon cinnamon, ground ginger, and sea salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir to combine.
- 2
Cook, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries begin to burst and the mixture starts to bubble, about 5 minutes.
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