Orange Cranberry Compote
Elevate your holiday table or any meal with this vibrant Orange Cranberry Compote that blends the tartness of fresh cranberries with the sunny zing of orange juice and zest. Sweetened to perfection with a touch of honey and sugar, and infused with warm cinnamon and aromatic vanilla, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 20 minutes. The natural pop of cranberries as they cook creates a delightful texture, while the pinch of salt enhances all of the bold flavors. Perfect as a Thanksgiving side dish, a topping for desserts, or even spooned over pancakes, this versatile and crowd-pleasing compote is a must-try. Serve it warm, chilled, or at room temperature—it’s as simple as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces fresh cranberries
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1 orange zest of an orange
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup water
- 1 pinch pinch of salt
Instructions
Rinse the cranberries thoroughly and set them aside to drain.
In a medium saucepan, combine the orange juice, water, and sugar. Stir gently over medium heat until the sugar dissolves completely.
Add the cranberries, orange zest, honey, cinnamon stick, and a pinch of salt to the saucepan.
Cook the mixture over medium heat for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally. The cranberries will begin to pop and soften as they cook.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the compote to thicken slightly.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Discard the cinnamon stick and let the compote cool for 10-15 minutes. It will continue to thicken as it cools.
Transfer the compote to a serving bowl or an airtight container. Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled as desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
806 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.4 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 152 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 205.1 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.0 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 170.1 g | ||
| Protein | 3.7 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 92 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 781 mg | 17% | |
*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.
