Cranberry Sauce

Brighten up your holiday table with this vibrant and tangy homemade cranberry sauce, bursting with festive flavors of citrus and warm spices! Made with just six simple ingredients, including fresh or frozen cranberries, orange juice, and a hint of orange zest, this easy recipe balances tart and sweet perfectly in every bite. Ready in just 20 minutes, it features a quick simmering process that enhances the natural juiciness of cranberries as they pop and thicken into a luscious sauce. Customize it with a touch of ground cinnamon for a cozy twist, and serve it warm or chilled as the perfect complement to turkey, ham, or your favorite vegetarian centerpiece. This is your go-to cranberry sauce recipe for effortless holiday elegance!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 ounces fresh or frozen cranberries
• 0.75 cups granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups water
• 0.5 cups orange juice
• 1 teaspoons orange zest
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the fresh cranberries under cold water and discard any that are soft or mushy. If using frozen cranberries, there's no need to thaw them.

Step 2

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, water, and orange juice. Stir to mix.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.

Step 4

Once the sugar has dissolved, add the cranberries to the saucepan. Stir to coat them evenly with the liquid.

Step 5

Cook the cranberries over medium heat for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. As they cook, you’ll hear them pop and burst, and the mixture will thicken.

Step 6

Add the orange zest and ground cinnamon (if using) during the last few minutes of cooking. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the cranberry sauce to cool slightly. The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools.

Step 8

Transfer the cranberry sauce to a serving dish or airtight container. Serve warm or chilled, depending on your preference.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(400.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	636.0

Total Fat 0.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 164.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.6g	0%
Total Sugars 160.2g
Protein 1.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 34.7mg	0%
Iron 0.3mg	0%
Potassium 243.4mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 0.7%

Protein: 0.7%

Carbs: 98.7%