Favorite Cranberry Sauce

Transform your holiday table with this irresistibly tangy and sweet Favorite Cranberry Sauce, a must-have side dish bursting with festive flavors. Made with fresh cranberries, zesty orange juice, and a touch of warming cinnamon, this homemade sauce strikes the perfect balance between tart and sweet. The addition of orange zest adds a refreshing citrus twist, while a pinch of salt enhances every bite. With just 5 minutes of prep time and 15 minutes of simmering, this foolproof recipe delivers a thick and glossy sauce that tastes far superior to store-bought options. Whether you're pairing it with roasted turkey, slathering it on sandwiches, or serving it alongside creamy mashed potatoes, this easy cranberry sauce will become your new holiday tradition. Plus, it stores beautifully in the fridge for up to a week, making it perfect for prepping ahead!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 ounces fresh cranberries
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup orange juice
• 0.5 cup water
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 1 pinch of salt

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the fresh cranberries thoroughly and discard any that are soft or damaged.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, orange juice, and water. Stir to dissolve the sugar, and bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.

Step 3

Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the fresh cranberries, orange zest, cinnamon stick, and a pinch of salt to the saucepan.

Step 4

Let the mixture simmer gently for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally. The cranberries will burst and the sauce will thicken as it cooks.

Step 5

Taste the sauce and adjust sweetness if needed by adding a little more sugar (optional). Stir well until any additional sugar dissolves.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from heat and discard the cinnamon stick. Allow the sauce to cool to room temperature. The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools.

Step 7

Transfer the cranberry sauce to a serving dish or airtight container. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to a week. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	742.2 grams (742.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	797

Total Fat 0.90g	1%
Saturated Fat 0.00g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 151mg	7%
Total Carbohydrate 206.90g	75%
Dietary Fiber 14.50g	52%
Total Sugars 174.80g
Protein 2.50g	5%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 75mg	6%
Iron 1mg	7%
Potassium 521mg	11%

*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: 1.0%

Protein: 1.2%

Carbs: 97.9%