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Cranberry Orange Sauce

This Cranberry Orange Sauce is a delicious combination of sweet and tart! It’s made with freshly squeezed orange juice, naturally sweetened with maple syrup, and bursting with fresh cranberries. A classic that definitely deserves a spot on your holiday table!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time17 minutes
Course: sauce, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan
Servings: 8 servings
Author: Rena

Ingredients

  • 1 cup maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice from 2 large oranges
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder
  • 12 ounces cranberries fresh or frozen

Instructions

  • Place the maple syrup, orange juice, zest and cinnamon in a saucepan and bring to a boil, stirring well to combine.
    Squeezing fresh orange juice into a saucepan with maple syrup and orange zest.
  • Once bubbling, stir in the cranberries and reduce to a simmer.
    Cranberries in a saucepan with orange juice and maple syrup.
  • Simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring often, until the sauce thickens.
    Cranberry orange sauce cooking in a saucepan.
  • Allow the sauce to completely cool, as it will continue to thicken furthermore. Keep refrigerated until ready to use.
    cooked cranberry sauce in pot.

Notes

  • Storing leftovers: Let your cranberry orange sauce cool completely. Then, add it to an airtight container and store it in the fridge for 4 to 5 days.
  • Freezing: Once it has cooled completely, add it to a freezer-safe airtight container or bag. Lay it flat if it is in a freezer bag. Freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
  • Reheating: When you are ready to warm it up, reheat it over medium heat in a small pot or saucepan. Alternatively, you can pop it in the microwave for about 30 seconds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 137kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 158mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin A: 60IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 53mg | Iron: 0.2mg