The Best Easy Homemade Cranberry Sauce Recipe

Close-up of bright red cranberry sauce with a glossy texture, perfect for those exploring keto cranberry sauce versions.

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The Best Easy Homemade Cranberry Sauce Recipe

This vibrant, tangy-sweet condiment made from fresh cranberries, sugar, and citrus zest, traditionally served alongside turkey to enhance holiday feasts with its bright flavor and glossy texture.

Prep Time5

Cook Time15

Total Time20

Course: Side Dish, Thanksgiving Side Dishes

Cuisine: American

Keyword: cranberry sauce, homemade cranberry sauce, keto cranberry sauce, thanksgiving

Servings: servings

Author: Courtney O'Dell

Cost: $8

Equipment

AVACRAFT Stainless Steel Saucepan with Glass Lid, Strainer Lid, Two Side Spouts for Easy Pour with Ergonomic Handle, Multipurpose Sauce Pan with Lid, Sauce Pot (Tri-Ply Capsule Bottom, 3.5 Quart)

Ingredients

⅔ cup sugar
½ cup orange juice no sugar added or freshly squeezed
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
12 oz fresh cranberries

Instructions

Combine the sugar, orange juice, 1/2 cup water, the cinnamon, salt and cranberries in a medium saucepan.
Bring up to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 15 minutes.
Let cool completely before serving.

Nutrition

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