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Elevate Canned Cranberry Sauce!

Looking for a delicious canned cranberry sauce recipe? Learn how to make canned cranberry sauce with this easy recipe. Just 5 ingredients!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 174 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 14.5 oz canned cranberry sauce whole or jellied
  • ¼ cup water
  • ¾ cup orange juice
  • 2 teaspoons orange zest optional
  • 1 cup sugar

Instructions

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  1. If using canned whole cranberry sauce: pour it into a small pot and bring it to a low boil. Once it starts to boil, lower heat and let it simmer. If using jelled sauce: Cut it up into large cubes or chunks and stir them with a wooden spoon to break down chunks. Then, add to a small pot and bring it to a low boil, and then lower heat and let it simmer.
  2. Add ¾ cup of orange juice and 2 teaspoons of orange zest, and 1 cup of sugar to the sauce pan.
  3. Simmer for 4-5 more minutes until it reaches the desired consistency.

Notes

  • Look for brands that use real sugar. Many commercial cranberry sauces are loaded with high fructose corn syrup or artificial sweeteners, which affect texture. 
  • Avoid brands that add citrus fruits. Since you're adding orange juice, you don't want to overwhelm the taste of the cranberries. 
  • Make sure there aren't any chunks floating around in the can. A quick shake should take care of rogue chunks!
  • Don't be afraid to mix it up. Canned cranberry sauce is extremely versatile so don't be afraid to experiment with different flavors. Try adding a little orange zest, fresh ginger, or a splash of bourbon. The possibilities are endless

Nutrition Information

Calories 174kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 45g (15%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 0.3g (0%) Saturated Fat 0.01g (0%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.05g Monounsaturated Fat 0.02g Sodium 2mg (0%) Potassium 119mg (3%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 39g (78%) Vitamin A 106IU (2%) Vitamin C 26mg (29%) Calcium 10mg (1%) Iron 0.2mg (1%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 174

% Daily Value*

Calories 174kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 45g 15%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 0.3g 0%
Saturated Fat 0.01g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.05g 0%
Monounsaturated Fat 0.02g 0%
Sodium 2mg 0%
Potassium 119mg 3%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 39g 78%
Vitamin A 106IU 2%
Vitamin C 26mg 29%
Calcium 10mg 1%
Iron 0.2mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.