Description
Elevate your holiday gatherings with this vibrant Homemade Cranberry Sauce with Orange Zest. Combining the tartness of fresh cranberries and the zesty brightness of orange, this easy-to-make sauce adds a burst of flavor to any dish. Perfect for turkey, ham, or even as a sweet spread, it’s an essential addition to your festive table. Impress your guests while creating cherished memories with a recipe that’s both simple and delightful!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz fresh cranberries (about 3 cups)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- Zest of 1 large orange (about 1 tablespoon)
- 1 cup water
- Pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse cranberries under cold water and discard any that are mushy.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed cranberries, sugar, water, and orange zest.
- Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Once boiling, reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes until the sauce thickens and cranberries pop.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary before removing from heat.
- Allow the sauce to cool completely before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg