Description
Tasty Christmas Cranberry Sauce is a festive essential that brings a burst of sweet-tart flavor to your holiday table. This homemade sauce infuses your kitchen with the delightful aroma of simmering cranberries, orange zest, and warm spices. Perfectly paired with turkey or ham, it’s a versatile condiment that can elevate any meal or dessert. Quick and easy to prepare, this recipe ensures you have a crowd-pleasing addition to your festive feast, making every gathering memorable.
Ingredients
- 12 oz fresh cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar (adjust according to taste)
- 1 cup filtered water
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Rinse cranberries in cold water and discard damaged ones.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine cranberries, sugar, and water. Stir until mixed and simmer.
- Add orange zest and cinnamon stick once the mixture starts bubbling.
- Cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cranberries pop and sauce thickens.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg