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12 Cranberry Recipes to Sweeten Up Your Holiday Season

November 21, 2024 by Amanda Tyler Leave a Comment

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We are in full Thanksgiving prep now, and that means side dishes! One of the typical Thanksgiving side dishes is cranberry sauce. If you are firmly in the homemade cranberry sauce camp (none of that canned stuff, thank you very much), then you will love these great cranberry sauce recipes.

If you have only had canned cranberry sauce, then you might want to try one of these recipes and find out why we love homemade cranberry sauce so much.

Cranberry and Golden Raisin Relish

Cranberry and Golden Raisin Relish.

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Cranberries, shallots, and raisins are sweetened with sugar and fruit jelly, then seasoned with ginger and a hint of cayenne pepper. This dish is quick and easy to prepare and can be made up to two weeks in advance of Thanksgiving!

Get The Recipe: Cranberry and Golden Raisin Relish Recipe 

Orange Cranberry Sauce

Orange Cranberry Sauce.

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Homemade orange cranberry sauce begins with fresh cranberries and culminates in a deliciously sweet and tangy sauce. It’s delightful whether served warm or chilled and can be prepared in advance as a festive side dish.

Get The Recipe: Orange Cranberry Sauce 

Instant Pot Spiced Cranberry Sauce

Instant Pot Spiced Cranberry Sauce.

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A delightfully seasoned (with spices, not heat) cranberry sauce, perfect for your Thanksgiving feast. Prepared in advance using a pressure cooker, it serves as the ideal sweet and tangy accompaniment to a hearty meal.

Get The Recipe: Instant Pot Spiced Cranberry Sauce 

Slow Cooker Bourbon Cranberry Sauce

Slow Cooker Bourbon Cranberry Sauce.

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Change up your homemade cranberry sauce with a touch of bourbon and orange zest for some extra pizzazz! Allow the slow cooker to do its magic, simmering the sauce while you prepare the rest of your holiday dishes.

For a traditional cranberry sauce that’s alcohol-free, consider trying this classic slow cooker cranberry sauce recipe.

Get The Recipe: Slow Cooker Bourbon Cranberry Sauce

Piña Colada Cranberry Sauce

Piña Colada Cranberry Sauce.

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Piña Colada Cranberry Sauce offers a delightful tropical take on the traditional Thanksgiving side. If you’re in search of a unique alternative to the customary cranberry sauce that graces your holiday table each year, your search ends here!

Get The Recipe: Piña Colada Cranberry Sauce 

Cranberry Sauce With Oranges

Cranberry Sauce with Oranges.

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A fresh cranberry sauce with oranges offers a delightful twist on the traditional Thanksgiving favorite, boasting a vivid hue and an ideal mix of sweetness and tartness. This simple recipe melds the citrusy sweetness of oranges with the sharp tang of cranberries, resulting in a perfectly balanced flavor profile that serves as an excellent accompaniment to roast turkey or any festive dish.

Get The Recipe: Cranberry Sauce with Oranges 

Cranberry Sauce With Brown Sugar and Cinnamon

Cranberry Sauce with Brown Sugar and Cinnamon.

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A Thanksgiving or holiday feast isn’t complete without a delightful homemade cranberry sauce. This quick and simple recipe for cranberry sauce, featuring brown sugar and cinnamon, offers a perfect blend of sweetness and tartness. It’s ready to be served in under 15 minutes!

Get The Recipe: Cranberry Sauce with Brown Sugar and Cinnamon 

Cranberry Sauce With Dried Cranberries

Cranberry Sauce with Dried Cranberries.

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This cranberry sauce, enriched with dried cranberries, embodies all that you’ve envisioned. It boasts a robust cranberry taste, an ideal consistency, and a subtle sweet citrus note. Simple to prepare, it’s the ultimate accompaniment for any festive occasion!

Get The Recipe: Cranberry Sauce with Dried Cranberries 

Cranberry Rosemary Sauce

Cranberry Rosemary Sauce.

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Cranberry Rosemary Sauce melds the tartness of cranberries with the richness of balsamic vinegar, the earthiness of rosemary, and a hint of sweetness to form an ideal accompaniment for roasted meats.

Get The Recipe: Cranberry Rosemary Sauce 

Roasted Apple & Cranberry Sauce

Roasted Apple & Cranberry Sauce.

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This isn’t just any cranberry sauce! The Roasted Apple & Cranberry Sauce is an ideal addition to any holiday meal, from breakfast to dinner and even dessert! It’s gluten-free, vegan, paleo, allergy-friendly, and naturally sweetened, embodying all you cherish about the season in a wholesome new twist!

Get The Recipe:  Roasted Apple & Cranberry Sauce

Cranberry Orange Sauce

Cranberry Orange Sauce.

Image Credit: Monica Nedeff.

This vibrant and sweet Cranberry Orange Sauce is crafted with freshly squeezed orange juice, aromatic zest, tangy cranberries, sugar, and a hint of cinnamon. It’s the perfect complement to your Thanksgiving turkey.

Get The Recipe: Cranberry Orange Sauce

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Check out these other Thanksgiving recipes!

  • 15 Green Bean Recipes That You’ll Want To Make For Thanksgiving This Year
  • 12 Traditional Thanksgiving Recipes You Need to Make For Thanksgiving 2024

 

 

 

 

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