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Cranberry sauce with orange juice surrounded by fresh oranges, cranberries, and mint leaves for garnish.
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Cranberry Sauce with Orange Juice

This homemade cranberry sauce with orange juice as a holiday classic made from scratch with just five simple ingredients. Bright, jammy, and perfectly balanced with citrus and spice, it's ready in 15 minutes and can be made days in advance. No cans allowed!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Cooling Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cranberry Sauce with Orange Juice
Servings: 10
Calories: 197kcal
Author: Kelly Anthony

Ingredients

  • 3 cups fresh cranberries (or one 12-ounce bag frozen)
  • ½ teaspoon  orange zest
  • Juice of 2 oranges
  • ¼ cup water
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon  cinnamon
  • Pinch of Kosher Salt

Instructions

  • Add all of the ingredients to a small saucepan and stir to combine.
  • Place over medium-high heat and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to maintain a simmer. Cook, stirring often, until the majority of the cranberries are broken down and the sauce has thickened, about 10-15 minutes. 
  • Set aside to cool for 30-45 minutes; the sauce will thicken as it cools. For a firmer, chilled texture, refrigerator for 2-3 hours before serving. Serve and enjoy.

Nutrition

Calories: 197kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 68mg | Potassium: 37mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 45g | Vitamin A: 21IU | Vitamin C: 29mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 1mg