Easy Homemade Fresh Cranberry Orange Sauce
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Easy Homemade Fresh Cranberry Orange Sauce Recipe. This delightful twist on a classic condiment combines the tartness of fresh cranberries with the bright, zesty notes of orange juice and zest. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any poultry dish year-round, this sauce takes just 15 minutes to prepare and elevates your meals with its sweet and tangy profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 orange using a zester, avoiding the bitter pith.
- Cut the orange in half and squeeze to extract about 1/2 cup of juice.
- In a large pot over medium heat, combine both sugars and water; stir until dissolved.
- Add the orange zest, juice, and cranberries to the pot; simmer for about 10 minutes until some cranberries burst.
- Remove from heat and let cool completely before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg