Cranberry Orange and Honey Spread
Brighten up your breakfast or snack time with this irresistibly sweet and tangy Cranberry Orange and Honey Spread! Bursting with fresh cranberries, zesty orange juice, and a touch of golden honey, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 20 minutes. The addition of ground cinnamon and a hint of vanilla extract creates a warm, aromatic depth that perfectly balances the vibrant fruity flavors. With its luscious, customizable texture—whether you prefer it smooth or slightly chunky—this versatile spread is the ultimate topping for toast, bagels, or crackers. Perfect for holiday entertaining or everyday indulgence, this cranberry orange spread will quickly become a seasonal favorite. Serve it chilled for best results and enjoy an explosion of flavor in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 0.5 cup honey
- 0.25 cup water
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Rinse the fresh cranberries under cool water and remove any that are shriveled or damaged.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine cranberries, orange juice, orange zest, honey, water, and ground cinnamon.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally, then reduce the heat to medium-low.
Let the mixture simmer for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries have burst and the mixture thickens.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then transfer it to a food processor or blender.
Pulse the mixture until it reaches your desired consistency (smooth or slightly chunky).
Let the spread cool completely, then transfer it to an airtight container.
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve as a spread for toast, bagels, or crackers, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
689 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.6 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 16 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 176.0 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.3 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 136.0 g | ||
| Protein | 4.5 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 87 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 883 mg | 19% | |
*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.
