Homemade Cranberry Sauce
A sweet and sharp combination of fresh cranberries, orange juice, sugar, and vanilla make this Perfect Homemade Cranberry Sauce a mouthwatering holiday classic!
Servings: 10
Calories: 103kcal
Ingredients
- 1 bag (12 ounces) fresh cranberries
- ½ cup light brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup freshly squeezed orange juice, about 4 oranges, total
- ½ cup water
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a 3-quart saucepan.
- Set the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium-low and continue to simmer for about 12 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until all cranberries have burst and sauce has slightly thickened.
- Remove from heat and let cool for 20 minutes.
- Serve right away, or transfer the prepared cranberry sauce to an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use.
Nutrition
Calories: 103kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 70mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 46IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 1mg