Whole Berry Cranberry Sauce
This Whole Berry Cranberry Sauce is sweet, tangy, and flavorful with fresh cranberries, orange juice, brown sugar, and a hint of vanilla.
Servings: 12
Calories: 50kcal
Equipment
- Medium Saucepan
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 100 grams light brown sugar about ½ cup
- ⅔ cup water
- ⅓ cup freshly squeezed orange juice about 1 orange
- 1 12- ounce bag whole cranberries rinsed and lightly dried
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract optional
Instructions
- On medium heat in a saucepan add water, brown sugar and freshly squeezed orange juice.
- Heat until the sugar is dissolved and bring to a rolling boil.
- Then add cranberries and keep a light boil for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally until most of the berries have popped.
- Add the orange zest and pure vanilla extract and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
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Notes
- Medium Pan: We recommend using a medium pan with high sides to avoid bubbling over.
- Zest First: Make sure you zest your orange before juicing it.
- Cranberries Pop: Use a long spatula or wooden spoon to keep a safe distance to avoid splatter from hot liquids as your cranberries pop.
- Cool Completely: Let the sauce cool at room temperature before transferring.
- Texture Preference: Mash cranberries as they cook down for a smoother sauce or leave whole berries for rustic texture; we love doing a mix of both.
- Flavor Boost: Add a splash of cranberry juice cocktail or a dash of cinnamon for variation in desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 50kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.004g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 4mg | Potassium: 50mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 33IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 0.1mg
