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Cranberry Orange Sauce
5 from 123 votes

Cranberry Orange Sauce

The Cranberry Orange Sauce blends fresh cranberries with orange juice, zest, sugar, and water to create a tangy, sweet condiment. Simmering the ingredients until thickened yields a vibrant sauce suitable for pairing with savory dishes or holiday meals. The bright citrus notes complement the tartness of the cranberries for a balanced flavor.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 3 cups
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Canadian

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup water
  • ¼ cup orange juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons orange zest
  • ½ cup sugar or more, to taste
  • 1 (12-ounce) bag cranberries fresh

Instructions

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  1. In a medium saucepan, combine water, orange juice, orange zest and sugar over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved.
  2. Stir in cranberries and bring to a boil; reduce heat and let simmer until sauce has thickened, about 15 minutes.
  3. Let cool completely before serving.

Notes

  • Use freshly squeezed orange juice and zest to maximize citrus flavor in the sauce.
  • Simmer gently and stir occasionally to dissolve sugar and thicken the sauce evenly.
  • Let the sauce cool fully before serving for best texture and flavor.