Orange Cranberry Sauce
This vibrant Orange Cranberry Sauce is the perfect balance of sweet and tart, a delightful addition to any holiday meal. Fresh cranberries, zesty orange, and a touch of sweetness combine to create a sauce that’s bursting with flavor and incredibly easy to make.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 oz Fresh Cranberries
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- 0.5 cup Water
- 0.25 cup Orange Juice
- 1 tablespoon Orange Zest
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Rinse the cranberries and pick out any stems or damaged berries.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, water, and orange juice. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
- Add the cranberries and orange zest to the saucepan. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst and the sauce thickens, about 10-15 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool. The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools.
- Serve warm or cold. Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Notes
For a smoother sauce, you can use an immersion blender to pulse the sauce a few times after it has cooled slightly. Adjust the sugar to your preference.