Homemade Cranberry Sauce
Elevate your holiday table with this easy and irresistible homemade cranberry sauce—an essential side dish bursting with vibrant flavor! Made with just five simple ingredients, including tart fresh cranberries, sweet granulated sugar, and tangy orange juice, this recipe strikes the perfect balance of sweet and tart. A hint of orange zest and a warming cinnamon stick can be added for a festive twist. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and foolproof recipe thickens beautifully as it cools, creating a rich, glossy sauce perfect for Thanksgiving or Christmas. Serve it chilled or at room temperature alongside roasted turkey, pork, or even as a topping for baked brie. Say goodbye to store-bought versions—this homemade cranberry sauce is fresher, tastier, and sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Fresh cranberries
- 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups Orange juice
- 0.5 cups Water
- 1 teaspoons Orange zest (optional)
- 1 Cinnamon stick (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the cranberries under cold water and discard any that are soft or damaged.
In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, orange juice, and water. Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
Add the cranberries to the saucepan and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally.
Reduce the heat to low and let the cranberries simmer for about 10-15 minutes. During this time, the cranberries will begin to pop and break down, creating a thick sauce.
If using, add the orange zest and cinnamon stick to the saucepan during the last few minutes of cooking.
Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the sauce to cool to room temperature. The sauce will thicken further as it cools.
Transfer the cranberry sauce to a serving dish or an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Serve chilled or at room temperature as a delicious side dish to complement your meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
794 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.8 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 11 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 206.5 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.2 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 174.9 g | ||
| Protein | 2.5 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 73 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 514 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.
