Orange Cranberry Sauce
Brighten your holiday table with this vibrant and zesty Orange Cranberry Sauce, a quick and easy recipe bursting with flavor! This homemade cranberry sauce marries the tartness of fresh cranberries with the natural sweetness of orange juice and a touch of granulated sugar, creating a perfectly balanced dish. Hints of fragrant orange zest and a subtle optional sprinkle of ground cinnamon add warmth and depth to this classic condiment. Ready in just 20 minutes with minimal prep, this versatile sauce is ideal for pairing with turkey, ham, or even as a topping for desserts like cheesecake. Impress your guests with this simple yet elegant dish, which can be made ahead of time for stress-free entertaining. Whether for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any special occasion, this Orange Cranberry Sauce is a must-try addition to your holiday menu!
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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
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the cranberries under cold water and discard any that are bruised or soft.
In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, orange juice, and water. Stir to combine.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally until the sugar is dissolved.
Add the cranberries to the saucepan and bring the mixture back to a simmer.
Cook the cranberries for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they burst and the sauce begins to thicken.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the orange zest and ground cinnamon, if using.
Allow the cranberry sauce to cool to room temperature. It will thicken further as it cools.
Transfer the sauce to a serving dish or an airtight container if storing. Refrigerate for up to 7 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
136 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.2 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.2 g | ||
| Protein | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 10 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 88 mg | 2% | |
*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.
