Homemade Cranberry Orange Sauce
Cranberry Orange Sauce is a delightful blend of tart and sweet that brings vibrant flavor to your holiday meals or everyday dishes. This easy-to-make sauce combines fresh cranberries with zesty orange juice and aromatic cinnamon for a refreshing condiment. Perfect for pairing with turkey, pancakes, or cheese platters, it’s sure to impress your guests and elevate any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz fresh cranberries
- 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 cinnamon stick
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients: fresh cranberries, orange juice and zest, sugar, and a cinnamon stick.
- Rinse the cranberries under cold water and remove any stems or mushy berries.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine cranberries, orange juice, sugar, orange zest, and the cinnamon stick. Stir gently until well mixed.
- Bring to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally. Reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes until the cranberries burst and the sauce thickens.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly before transferring to a serving bowl. Discard the cinnamon stick.
- Serve warm or chilled alongside turkey or on brunch pancakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For extra sweetness, feel free to add more sugar or honey. - Spice it up with nutmeg or swap apple juice for an alternative flavor. - Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks.