Perfect Classic Homemade Cranberry Sauce in Just 3 Ingredients
A simple and delicious homemade cranberry sauce perfect for holidays or any meal.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Total Time: 20 mins
- Yield: 2 cups 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz fresh cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 tsp orange zest (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse the cranberries under cold water and drain.
- In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar, and water.
- Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes until cranberries burst and sauce thickens.
- Remove from heat and stir in orange zest if desired.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
- Adjust sugar to taste if you prefer tart or sweeter sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg