Easy Whole Berry Cranberry Sauce with Orange and Honey
This Whole Berry Cranberry Sauce is tart, bright, and naturally sweetened with honey and orange. Easy, make-ahead, and perfect for Thanksgiving or Christmas!
EQUIPMENT NEEDED
- Sauce pan
Ingredients
- 12 oz bag of fresh cranberries
- 1 cup orange juice
- ½ cup honey
- zest from one orange
Instructions
- Add the orange juice and honey to a saucepan and cook on low till honey has dissolved.
- Once the honey has dissolved, add the cranberries and orange zest.
- Bring to a boil then turn the heat to low and cook for 10-15 minutes (or until most of the cranberries have burst) stirring occasionally.
Notes
FAQs
Is cranberry sauce served hot or cold?
Both! If you serve it chilled, you get that firm, jelly-like texture. Warm it up and it feels extra cozy next to hot turkey and stuffing. I usually serve mine cold, but I’m also guilty of digging into it warm because I can’t wait.
Can you use frozen cranberries for whole berry cranberry sauce?
Yes! Frozen cranberries are a lifesaver when you can’t find fresh ones. You don’t need to thaw them just toss them into the pan. Since they release a little extra liquid, let them simmer a minute or two longer until the sauce thickens up.
Can you freeze cranberry sauce?
Yep! This sauce freezes really well. Let it cool completely, then put it in an airtight container or freezer bag, and it’ll stay good for up to three months. I personally really like the silicone souper cubes for freezing any leftovers. When you’re ready to serve it, thaw it in the fridge overnight and then give it a quick stir.
How long does cranberry sauce last?
Stored in an airtight container, it’ll keep in the fridge for about 10–14 days. Let it cool completely before refrigerating. It gets even thicker as it chills, which I love.
Nutrition
Calories: 131kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 3mgPotassium: 146mgFiber: 3gSugar: 29gVitamin A: 117IUVitamin C: 28mgCalcium: 11mgIron: 1mg
*nutrition information is an approximate
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