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A golden spoon scooping up thick, glossy homemade cranberry sauce from a clear glass bowl, with fresh cranberries in the background.

Homemade Cranberry Sauce

This Homemade Cranberry Sauce is sweet, tart, and bursting with fresh whole cranberries. Just three ingredients and 15 minutes — it’s the holiday side dish you’ll want to eat all year long.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 115 kcal

Equipment

  • Saucepan

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 12 oz cranberries fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 cup orange juice freshly squeezed preferred

Instructions
 

  • In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar, and orange juice. Stir to mix well.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer.
  • Simmer for about 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cranberries begin to pop and the sauce thickens.
  • Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature. The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools.

Notes

This sauce can be made up to 10 days ahead and stored in the refrigerator. Try adding a cinnamon stick or orange zest for extra flavor!
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