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cranberry sauce

3-Minute Cranberry Sauce – Luscious, Homemade Perfection


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Yield: 2 cups 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A simple and classic cranberry sauce made with fresh cranberries, sugar, and orange juice. Perfect for holiday meals.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 12 oz fresh cranberries
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 1/2 tsp orange zest

Instructions

  1. Rinse cranberries and pick out any damaged ones.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar, and orange juice.
  3. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer.
  4. Cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cranberries burst and sauce thickens.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in orange zest.
  6. Let cool before serving.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
  • Adjust sugar based on your preferred sweetness.
  • For a spiced version, add a cinnamon stick or clove while cooking.
  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Category: Condiment
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 cup
  • Calories: 110
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 0mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: cranberry sauce, holiday condiment, easy cranberry sauce