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THE BEST Cranberry Sauce Recipe
5 from 24 votes

THE BEST Cranberry Sauce Recipe

This cranberry sauce combines fresh and dried cranberries cooked with sugar, water, and a touch of salt. Orange zest and optional orange liqueur add a citrus brightness that balances the natural tartness. The sauce cooks until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens to a jam-like consistency, making it a flavorful accompaniment for various meals.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 16
Calories: 72 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 cup sugar
  • ¾ cup water
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 3 cups cranberries 12 ounces, fresh
  • ½ cup dried cranberries
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest grated
  • 1 tablespoon orange liqueur optional, such as Cointreau or Grand Marnier, flavor

Instructions

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  1. In a medium saucepan over high heat, bring sugar, water, and kosher salt to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar. Stir in the fresh and dried cranberries, orange zest, and orange flavor liqueur. Bring to a boil then reduce to a rolling simmer. Cook until the fresh cranberries soften and pop open, and the sauce thickens and becomes jammy, about 5 minutes. Set aside and cool before serving.

Notes

  • Prepare cranberry sauce 1-2 weeks in advance for best flavor melding.
  • Freeze in airtight containers for up to 3 months and thaw in refrigerator overnight.

Nutrition Information

Calories 72kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 18g (6%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 38mg (2%) Potassium 16mg (0%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 16g (32%) Vitamin A 11IU (0%) Vitamin C 3mg (3%) Calcium 2mg (0%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 16 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 72

% Daily Value*

Calories 72kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 18g 6%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 38mg 2%
Potassium 16mg 0%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 16g 32%
Vitamin A 11IU 0%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 2mg 0%
Iron 1mg 6%

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