Spiced Cranberries
Elevate your holiday table with this irresistible Spiced Cranberries recipe, a perfect blend of tart, sweet, and warm seasonal spices. Bursting with fresh cranberries and infused with cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, this easy homemade sauce comes together in just 20 minutes. A hint of orange zest brightens the flavor, while vanilla extract adds a comforting depth. Whether served as a Thanksgiving side dish, a festive topping for desserts, or a flavorful spread, this versatile cranberry sauce is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Plus, it stores beautifully, making it a convenient make-ahead option for your holiday feast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 340 grams fresh cranberries
- 150 grams granulated sugar
- 120 milliliters water
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons ground ginger
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
Rinse the fresh cranberries under cold water and discard any that are bruised or damaged.
In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
Add the cranberries to the saucepan along with the orange zest, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground cloves, and a pinch of salt.
Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Cook for about 10-12 minutes, or until the cranberries start to burst and the sauce thickens slightly.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Allow the cranberries to cool to room temperature. The sauce will thicken further as it cools.
Transfer the spiced cranberries to a serving dish or an airtight container for storage. Refrigerate for up to one week.
Serve as a side dish, spread, or topping for your favorite holiday meals or desserts.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
738 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 151 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 193.1 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.0 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 164.9 g | ||
| Protein | 1.4 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 48 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 284 mg | 6% | |
*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.
