Irresistible Cooked Cranberry Sauce Recipe in 15 Minutes
A vibrant and easy homemade cranberry sauce with citrus notes, perfect for holiday meals.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 6–8 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 12 oz (1 bag) fresh cranberries (rinsed & drained)
- 3/4 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup orange juice (fresh squeezed preferred)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tsp orange zest (plus more for garnish)
- Optional: pinch of cinnamon or a sprig of rosemary
Instructions
- Simmer the Base: In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar, orange juice, and water. Bring to a boil.
- Let It Pop & Thicken: Reduce heat and let simmer for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cranberries burst and sauce thickens.
- Add Zest & Spice: Stir in orange zest and a pinch of cinnamon or rosemary if desired.
- Cool It Down: Let sauce cool to room temperature—it’ll thicken more as it cools.
- Serve with Style: Garnish with fresh orange zest and herbs before serving.
Notes
- Adjust sugar to taste for desired sweetness.
- Can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to a week.
- Pairs well with turkey, ham, or roasted meats.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Find it online: https://www.homeydishes.com/easy-cooked-cranberry-sauce-recipe/