Cranberry Sauce with Orange Zest (Printable)

Tangy-sweet cranberry sauce featuring fresh berries and bright orange zest, ideal for enhancing savory dishes.

# What You Need:

01 - 12 oz fresh or frozen cranberries

02 - Zest of 1 large orange (about 1 tbsp)

03 - 1/2 cup fresh orange juice (from 1-2 oranges)

04 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)

05 - 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)

06 - Pinch of salt

01 - Rinse cranberries under cold water and discard any soft or damaged berries.

02 - In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries, orange zest, orange juice, sugar, cinnamon if using, and salt.

03 - Heat mixture over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally until it reaches a boil.

04 - Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes until cranberries burst and sauce thickens.

05 - Taste and add more sugar if desired. Remove from heat and allow sauce to cool; it will thicken further as it cools.

06 - Transfer to a serving bowl and refrigerate until ready to serve.

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This sauce feels like a delightful secret to uplift any holiday meal with fresh, tangy sweetness.
It's so easy and quick to prepare, making it a staple even when time is tight.

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Fresh cranberries burst beautifully, but frozen ones are just as effective and save prep time without sacrificing flavor.
Letting the sauce cool completely enhances the thickness and allows the flavors to meld wonderfully.

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Always use fresh orange zest for that bright citrus aroma—it makes a huge difference.
Simmer gently; high heat can cause the sauce to burn and lose the fresh flavor.