My Holiday Cranberry Compote comes together in minutes, and can make even the toughest of cranberry sauce critics a fan.

November 27, 2021 Updated November 27, 2021 Jump to Recipe
My Holiday Cranberry Compote comes together in minutes, and can make even the toughest of cranberry sauce critics a fan.
There’s not a whole lot you can say about cranberry sauce.
One thing I’ve noticed: for a traditional Thanksgiving staple, not very many people seem to enjoy it.
Which is a shame, because cranberry sauce can be absolutely delicious. You just need to stay away from the canned stuff and make your own.
And it’s best if you make a compote, like my easy Holiday Cranberry Compote.
The maple syrup and sugar in my recipe sweeten the cranberry while the lemon juice and lemon zest help tone down that cranberry taste that many find so overpowering.
This compote is perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any holiday gathering. But it’s also great over a stack of pancakes or waffles.
Or as a dipping sauce for my Grilled Potato Holiday Leftovers Quesadillas.
Whether you like cranberries or not, give my easy Holiday Cranberry Compote a try. It may just make you a cranberry sauce fan.