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Cranberry Sauce

Cranberry Sauce

This homemade cranberry sauce is sweet, tart, and naturally flavored with orange zest and maple syrup. Perfect for holidays or everyday meals.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 80 kcal

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
  • - Zester (for orange)

Ingredients
  

  • - 4 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
  • - ½ cup maple syrup
  • - ¼ cup water
  • - 1 tsp orange zest
  • - Pinch of salt

Instructions
 

  • In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, combine cranberries, maple syrup, water, orange zest, and salt.
  • Bring to a simmer, stirring often.
  • As cranberries burst, reduce heat to low. Cook for 15–20 minutes until thickened.
  • Remove from heat. Let cool slightly—sauce thickens more as it cools. Serve warm or room temp.

Notes

- Store in fridge up to 3 days or freeze for 3 months
- Add diced apple, pear, or splash of orange juice for variation
- Great with turkey, cheese boards, or breakfast dishes
Keyword wine cranberry sauce with zinfandel