Homemade Cranberry Orange Sauce
Homemade Cranberry Orange Sauce is a festive delight that combines the tartness of fresh cranberries with the bright zest of oranges. This vibrant sauce is perfect for holiday feasts, adding a burst of flavor to turkey, pancakes, or even yogurt bowls. With its stunning color and refreshing taste, it’s sure to impress your family and guests alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz fresh cranberries (about 3 cups)
- 1 cup orange juice (from about 2 large oranges)
- Zest of 1 orange
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 cinnamon stick
Instructions
- Rinse and sort fresh cranberries, discarding any mushy ones. Zest one orange and set aside.
- Juice the zested oranges until you have about 1 cup of juice.
- In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries, orange juice, water, sugar, and cinnamon stick. Stir to mix.
- Cook over medium heat until the mixture gently boils; stir occasionally until cranberries burst (about 10-15 minutes).
- Remove from heat once thickened to your liking. Discard the cinnamon stick and cool before transferring to an airtight container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - Adjust sweetness by adding more sugar or honey if desired. - For added depth, incorporate spices like nutmeg or even a splash of bourbon. - Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.