Tangy Cranberry Bbq Sauce

Elevate your barbecue game with this irresistibly Tangy Cranberry BBQ Sauce, a vibrant blend of sweet, tart, and smoky flavors. Featuring the boldness of fresh or frozen cranberries paired with classic BBQ staples like ketchup, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce, this sauce is the perfect balance of tanginess and sweetness. Hints of apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and smoked paprika add depth and complexity, while an effortless simmer-and-blend technique ensures a silky, thick texture that clings beautifully to grilled meats or veggies. Ready in just 25 minutes, this homemade BBQ sauce is versatile enough to double as a marinade, glaze, or dipping sauce. Make it ahead, store it in the fridge, and let its crowd-pleasing flavor transform your next cookout!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups cranberries (fresh or frozen)
• 1 cup ketchup
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 cup water

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the cranberries and water over medium heat.

Step 2

Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries soften and burst.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, honey, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard.

Step 4

Add the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and ground black pepper. Stir until all the ingredients are well combined.

Step 5

Simmer the sauce on low heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Remove the sauce from the heat and let it cool for a few minutes.

Step 7

Blend the sauce using an immersion blender or transfer it to a stand blender to achieve a smooth, thick texture. Be careful when blending hot liquids.

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning as needed (e.g., adding more sugar for sweetness or vinegar for tanginess).

Step 9

Once blended, transfer the sauce to a clean jar or airtight container and let it cool completely before sealing.

Step 10

Store the sauce in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Use it to glaze grilled meats, as a dipping sauce, or as a marinade!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	976.2 grams (976.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	889

Total Fat 4.10g	5%
Saturated Fat 0.10g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1585mg	69%
Total Carbohydrate 221.90g	81%
Dietary Fiber 16.90g	60%
Total Sugars 165.30g
Protein 3.30g	7%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 152mg	12%
Iron 4mg	22%
Potassium 776mg	17%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 3.9%

Protein: 1.4%

Carbs: 94.7%