Indulge in the delightful flavors of homemade cranberry juice, crafted from the vibrant, tart cranberries. This refreshing and revitalizing beverage boasts a symphony of health benefits, making it a guilt-free indulgence. With just a handful of ingredients and a few simple steps, you can create this delectable juice in the comfort of your own kitchen. Embark on a culinary journey, discovering three distinct recipes that cater to various taste preferences. From the classic cranberry juice, bursting with its signature tang, to the tantalizing cranberry-apple juice, offering a harmonious blend of sweet and tart, and the antioxidant-rich cranberry-orange juice, each recipe promises a unique gustatory experience. As you savor the delectable flavors, relish the knowledge that you're nourishing your body with essential nutrients, supporting overall well-being.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
HOMEMADE CRANBERRY JUICE
This refreshing and sweet cranberry juice has a mild tartness level. Its jewel red color looks very attractive served in glassware. -Carol Domes, Whitehorse, Yukon
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 35m
Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven or large saucepan, bring water and cranberries to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until berries begin to pop, 20 minutes., Strain through a fine strainer, pressing mixture with a spoon; discard berries. Return cranberry juice to the pan. Stir in the sugar, lemon juice and orange juice. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until sugar is dissolved. , Remove from the heat. Cool. Transfer to a pitcher; cover and refrigerate until chilled.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 2mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (43g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 0 protein.
DIY CRANBERRY JUICE FROM FRESH CRANBERRIES
I don't like all the sugar found in most cranberry juices, and even those without sugar are usually diluted with apple, grape, or pear juice. If you're looking for pure cranberry juice, whether for health reasons or just plain goodness, try this recipe. I love the fact that you can choose to use real sugar or honey, or Stevia or...
Provided by Susan Feliciano
Categories Other Drinks
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. Place the 2 cups of water and lemon juice into a scrupulously clean blender container. Add the 4 cups of cranberries.
- 2. Blend on medium-high speed for 2-3 minutes. If your blender is very powerful, 2 minutes may be sufficient. I blended mine for the full 3 minutes. You want to arrive at a thick liquid with no solid chunks. Place the lidded blender container in the refrigerator overnight to steep.
- 3. Remove the container in the morning. Strain the juice through a fine mesh strainer into a medium saucepan. Press to remove all juice. Discard any solid material, or use it to make jam (see my other recipe).
- 4. Add the sugar (or Stevia, Splenda, or honey) to the juice and heat gently over medium heat just until the sugar or sweetener is dissolved. This will not take long, especially with the calorie-free sweeteners. Do not boil this liquid, just warm it up to aid the dissolving of the sugar.
- 5. Remove from heat and add 1 cup of cold water. You may add more or less water, depending on your tastes. Less water will yield a sweeter cranberry juice. I used 1 1/2 cups, and it was perfect for me.
- 6. Transfer the cranberry juice to a drink pitcher, and chill in refrigerator before serving. You can also add ice cubes to speed the chilling process.
HOMEMADE CRANBERRY JUICE
I'm a cranberry nut. I just can't get enough of these berries. Here are some fun facts I found on the web. Cranberries are one of the only three native North American Fruits (Concord grapes, and blueberries being the others). To the eastern Indians, cranberries were known as sassamanesh. The Cape Cod Pequots and the South Jersey Leni- Lenape tribes called the little red berry ibimi or bitter berry. But it was the Pilgrims who gave the cranberry its modern name. To them, the pink cranberry blossoms resembled the heads of cranes; therefore the word crane berry later contracted to cranberry. Early American sailors carried barrels of cranberries while at sea as a source of vitamin C, much like the British limeys carried limes aboard ships.
Provided by Charlotte J
Categories Beverages
Time 9m
Yield 1 quart
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Wash and drain fresh or frozen red-ripe cranberries.
- Combine cranberries and water in a large pan.
- Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and cook until berries burst.
- Strain juice through a fine strainer lined with cheese cloth.
- Sugar can be added to juice to your taste.
- Reheat juice until it is almost, but not boiling.
- Pour into jars.
- Allow to cool before refrigerating.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 220.3, Fat 0.6, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 38, Carbohydrate 58.4, Fiber 22, Sugar 19.4, Protein 1.9
Tips:
- Select firm, plump cranberries without blemishes or bruises. Avoid cranberries that are soft or have a grayish color.
- Rinse the cranberries thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or debris.
- Use a food processor or blender to chop the cranberries into small pieces. This will help release the juice more easily.
- Add the chopped cranberries, sugar, and water to a large pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the cranberries have burst and the juice has thickened.
- Strain the cranberry juice through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean container. Discard the solids.
- Let the cranberry juice cool completely before storing it in the refrigerator. Cranberry juice can be stored for up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator.
Conclusion:
This homemade cranberry juice is a delicious and refreshing way to enjoy the benefits of cranberries. It's a great source of vitamin C, antioxidants, and other nutrients. Plus, it's easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious drink, give this cranberry juice recipe a try!
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