Easy Homemade Fresh Cranberry Orange Sauce Recipe
Elevate your meals with this Easy Homemade Fresh Cranberry Orange Sauce Recipe, a vibrant and zesty twist on the traditional cranberry sauce. Bursting with fresh flavors, this sauce combines the tartness of cranberries with the sweet citrus notes of oranges, making it a perfect accompaniment to poultry dishes or even as a topping for desserts. With just 5 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of cooking, you can whip up this delightful sauce in no time, ensuring your holiday table or dinner plate shines with freshness. Say goodbye to store-bought options, as this homemade version offers superior taste and healthier ingredients tailored to your preference.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- Zest of one orange
- Juice of one orange (about 1/2 cup)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 (12-ounce) bag fresh cranberries
Instructions
- Zest the peel from one orange using a zester for added flavor.
- Cut the orange and squeeze out approximately 1/2 cup of juice.
- In a large pot over medium heat, combine both sugars and water until dissolved.
- Stir in the orange zest, juice, and cranberries; simmer for about 10 minutes until cranberries pop.
- Remove from heat and allow to cool completely before serving or refrigerating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 3mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg