Sugar Free Thanksgiving Cranberry Sauce

Brighten up your holiday table with this flavorful and guilt-free Sugar Free Thanksgiving Cranberry Sauce! Made with fresh cranberries, naturally sweetened with a touch of honey or maple syrup, and infused with the vibrant zest of orange and warm notes of cinnamon, this sauce is a wholesome twist on a classic favorite. With just 5 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking time, it’s a quick and easy side dish that’s perfect for serving alongside turkey or adding a pop of color to your festive spread. Plus, this recipe skips refined sugars, making it a healthier choice without compromising on taste. Whether prepared fresh or made ahead, this tangy, sweet, and subtly spiced cranberry sauce will be a memorable addition to your Thanksgiving menu!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 ounces fresh cranberries
• 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
• 0.5 cup water
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• 3 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 pinch salt

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the cranberries under cold water and discard any spoiled or mushy ones.

Step 2

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the orange juice, water, and honey or maple syrup. Stir to combine.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 4

Add the cranberries, orange zest, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt to the saucepan, stirring to evenly distribute the ingredients.

Step 5

Let the mixture come to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for about 10-12 minutes, or until most of the cranberries have burst and the sauce begins to thicken.

Step 6

Stir in the vanilla extract and cook for 1 more minute.

Step 7

Remove the saucepan from heat and let the cranberry sauce cool to room temperature. It will thicken further as it cools.

Step 8

Serve immediately, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(648.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	467.7

Total Fat 0.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 151.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 121.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.9g	0%
Total Sugars 87.5g
Protein 3.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 72.6mg	0%
Iron 1.7mg	0%
Potassium 798.5mg	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: 1.6%

Protein: 2.7%

Carbs: 95.7%