Drunken Cranberry Sauce
Elevate your holiday table with this luscious Drunken Cranberry Sauce, a boozy twist on the classic Thanksgiving staple that's guaranteed to impress. Bursting with the tangy sweetness of fresh cranberries, this recipe takes a bold turn with a splash of orange liqueur, adding depth and a sophisticated citrus kick. Simmered with a fragrant blend of orange juice, zest, cinnamon, and cloves, it delivers a symphony of festive flavors in just 15 minutes of cooking time. Perfectly balanced with a touch of sugar and a pinch of salt, this versatile sauce thickens beautifully as it cools and pairs effortlessly with roast turkey, ham, or even a cheese board. Make it ahead for stress-free entertaining—it stores well in the fridge for up to a week and can be served chilled or at room temperature. Whether you're hosting a holiday feast or looking to impress dinner party guests, this easy, crowd-pleasing recipe will be the star of your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Fresh cranberries
- 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups Orange juice
- 0.25 cups Water
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 1 Cinnamon stick
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground cloves
- 0.125 teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Orange liqueur (such as Grand Marnier or Cointreau)
Instructions
Rinse and sort through the cranberries, discarding any that are soft or damaged.
In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, orange juice, water, orange zest, cinnamon stick, ground cloves, and salt.
Stir the mixture over medium heat until the sugar dissolves completely.
Add the cranberries to the saucepan and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the cranberries have burst and the sauce begins to thicken.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and discard the cinnamon stick.
Stir in the orange liqueur and let the sauce cool to room temperature.
Transfer the sauce to a serving dish or airtight container. It will thicken further as it cools.
Store in the refrigerator for up to a week and serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
901 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.0 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 306 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 218.3 g | 79% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.7 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 185.8 g | ||
| Protein | 2.5 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 75 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 526 mg | 11% | |
*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.
