Best 5 Baked Cranberry Sauce Ala Orange Recipes

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If you're seeking a delightful and versatile dish, look no further than baked cranberry sauce with orange. This delectable homemade sauce will steal the show at your holiday dinner with its bright, tangy flavor, vibrant ruby hue, and effortless preparation. With only a handful of ingredients, such as fresh cranberries, oranges, sugar, and an optional touch of cinnamon, this classic recipe can be easily tailored to suit your taste preferences. Whether you prefer a smooth or chunky texture, or a sweeter or tarter flavor profile, this dish offers endless customization possibilities. Elevate your culinary skills by exploring variations like Baked Cranberry Sauce with Orange and Ginger, Baked Cranberry Sauce with Orange and Grand Marnier, and Cranberry Orange Relish. Discover how to transform simple ingredients into an extraordinary sauce that will enhance your holiday spread and leave your guests craving more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

BAKED CRANBERRY SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 2h15m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (12- ounce) bag cranberries, fresh or frozen
1 1/4 cups sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch nutmeg
1/4 cup bourbon, or more

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Combine the cranberries, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a small baking dish and cover. Bake for about 55 minutes. Remove the cover and stir to melt any un-dissolved sugar. Return the dish to the oven and bake for about 5 to 10 more minutes, or until the cranberries are soft and surrounded by a syrupy sauce. Remove the dish from the oven and immediately stir in the bourbon, to taste. Let the dish cool to room temperature, then chill for at least hour before serving. The sauce will keep for several weeks in the refrigerator.

BAKED CRANBERRY SAUCE



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For a new twist on the cranberry side at your Thanksgiving meal, try this recipe. It is so easy to whip up.-Marian Ridgeway, Muskegon, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 1-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

Steps:

  • Place cranberries in a 1-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with brown sugar and cloves. Cover and bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes. Stir after 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts :

ORANGE CRANBERRY SAUCE



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In about 20 minutes, with just a few ingredients, you can have the freshest cranberry orange sauce you've ever tasted. -Susan Hein, Burlington, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed
1 cup sugar
1 cup water
1/4 cup Triple Sec or orange juice
3 tablespoons freshly-squeezed orange juice
1-1/2 teaspoons grated orange zest

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the cranberries, sugar, water, Triple Sec and orange juice. Cook over medium heat until berries pop, about 15 minutes., Remove from the heat; stir in orange zest. Transfer to a small bowl. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 61 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

QUICK CRANBERRY SAUCE



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My family loves this cranberry sauce. The orange marmalade and spices make it stand out from typical cranberry sauces. -Lucia Johnson, Massena, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cans (14 ounces each) whole-berry cranberry sauce
1 jar (12 ounces) orange marmalade
2 teaspoons orange juice
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix all ingredients. Refrigerate, covered, until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 132 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 24mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

BAKED CRANBERRY SAUCE A'LA ORANGE



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This recipe is so great - you just bake the cranberry sauce along with the turkey. There are similar recipes here on Zaar for stovetop Cranberry/Orange Sauce but I love doing it in the oven while the big bird is roasting. Will keep for up to 2 weeks. This is a Chatelaine recipe

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Sauces

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 Cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 cups fresh cranberries (frozen can be used partially thawed)
1 1/2 cups white sugar
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
1 tablespoon orange zest
2 teaspoons sherry wine (optional)

Steps:

  • Place fresh cranberries in an 8" baking dish.
  • Sprinkle with sugar, orange zest& juice.
  • Stir the berries with the juice and sugar.
  • Bake uncovered in 325F for apprx an hour or until the berries pop.
  • Remove from oven& stir in the sherry.
  • Serve warm, room temp or chilled.

Tips:

  • For a tangy sauce, use equal parts orange juice and cranberry juice.
  • Add a teaspoon of grated orange zest to the sauce for extra citrus flavor.
  • If you like a sweeter sauce, add an extra 1/4 cup of sugar.
  • To make a vegan sauce, use maple syrup or agave nectar instead of sugar.
  • For a quick and easy sauce, use frozen cranberries instead of fresh.
  • If you don't have a baking dish, you can make the sauce in a saucepan over medium heat.
  • Be sure to let the sauce cool slightly before serving so it thickens up.
  • Serve the sauce with roasted turkey, chicken, or pork.
  • You can also use the sauce as a topping for pancakes, waffles, or yogurt.

Conclusion:

Baked cranberry sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any holiday meal. With its sweet and tangy flavor, this sauce is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a festive and flavorful dish, give this baked cranberry sauce a try.

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