5 Minute Cranberry Sauce
Transform your holiday table in just five minutes with this quick and easy homemade cranberry sauce! Featuring fresh or frozen cranberries, bright orange juice, and a touch of orange zest, this vibrant side dish is bursting with tangy-sweet flavors and a hint of citrusy depth. With only 4 minutes of cooking time, the cranberries soften and pop, creating a perfectly thick, glossy texture. A pinch of salt rounds out the flavors, making this sauce a versatile pairing for turkey, roast meats, or even desserts. Serve it warm, chilled, or at room temperature—it’s delicious any way! Perfect for busy holiday prep or a last-minute addition, this 5 Minute Cranberry Sauce is the perfect blend of convenience and festive flair.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
- 0.75 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups orange juice
- 0.25 cups water
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the cranberries, granulated sugar, orange juice, and water.
Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and stir until the sugar begins to dissolve.
Allow the mixture to come to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
As the cranberries cook, they will start to pop and break down into a saucy texture.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the orange zest and a pinch of salt for added depth of flavor.
Let the cranberry sauce cool slightly before serving. It will thicken as it cools.
Serve warm, chilled, or at room temperature alongside your favorite dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
817 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.9 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 149 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 212.0 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.3 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 177.4 g | ||
| Protein | 2.7 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 50 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 558 mg | 12% | |
*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.
