Description
Homemade Cranberry Sauce is an essential side dish for your Thanksgiving feast, combining sweet and tangy flavors that complement savory turkey and other holiday meals. With just three simple ingredients, this delightful sauce can be prepared in a snap, allowing you to focus on enjoying time with friends and family. Fresh or frozen cranberries provide a vibrant flavor that surpasses any store-bought version. Customize your sauce to suit your taste, whether you prefer it sweeter or with a hint of citrus zest. Perfect for Thanksgiving gatherings or cozy family dinners, this Cranberry Sauce is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup granulated sugar (or 3/4 cup honey, maple syrup, or coconut sugar)
- 3/4 cup water
- 12 oz fresh or frozen cranberries
Instructions
- Rinse the cranberries in a bowl of water; discard any bad ones.
- In a large saucepan, combine sugar (or sweetener) and water over medium heat until dissolved.
- Add the cranberries and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for about 12-15 minutes until the cranberries burst and the sauce thickens.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if needed before cooling at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg