Description
Tasty Christmas Cranberry Sauce is a vibrant and flavorful addition to your holiday feast. This delightful blend of sweet and tart cranberries, accented with orange zest and warm cinnamon, creates a sauce that beautifully complements turkey, ham, or even biscuits. Quick and easy to prepare, this recipe guarantees a festive touch to your table while evoking cherished memories of family gatherings. In under 30 minutes, you can whip up this classic sauce that will leave your guests asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz fresh cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water (or orange juice)
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 cinnamon stick
- ½ cup pineapple juice (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse fresh cranberries under cold water, discarding any stems or bad berries.
- In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries, water (or juice), sugar, and the cinnamon stick. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Once boiling, reduce heat to simmer. Stir in orange zest and cook for about 10 minutes until the berries burst and the sauce thickens.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if needed by adding more sugar or honey.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly before transferring to a serving bowl.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ cup (60g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg