Best 5 Easy Frozen Cranberry Recipes

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Cranberries, with their vibrant red color and tart flavor, are a versatile fruit that can be enjoyed in both sweet and savory dishes. When frozen, cranberries retain their nutritional value and can be used in a variety of recipes throughout the year. Whether you're looking for a refreshing summer drink, a festive holiday side dish, or a healthy snack, there's a frozen cranberry recipe for everyone.

This article features a collection of frozen cranberry recipes that are easy to make and bursting with flavor. From classic cranberry sauce to unique cranberry salsa and even a refreshing cranberry mojito, these recipes showcase the versatility of this tangy berry. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, you'll be able to whip up delicious frozen cranberry treats in no time. So gather your ingredients, grab your apron, and let's embark on a culinary journey filled with the goodness of frozen cranberries!

Let's cook with our recipes!

SIMPLE CRANBERRY SAUCE



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When you can't eat another bite of buttery mashed potatoes, hearty bread stuffing or herb-infused turkey, reach for the cranberry sauce! Delightfully tart and tangy, this essential side cuts through all those Thanksgiving flavors giving your palate the refreshing break you never knew you needed. With just a fast five-minute prep time, some fresh or frozen cranberries, a little water, sugar, a zest from your favorite citrus and some simmer time-homemade cranberry sauce will be on the table before you know it. The best part? You can make this crimson berry sauce the night before, so come turkey day you'll have one less thing to worry about.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Condiment

Time 3h25m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 pound fresh or frozen cranberries (4 cups)
2 cups water
2 cups sugar

Steps:

  • Rinse cranberries with cool water, and remove any stems or blemished berries.
  • Heat water and sugar to boiling in 3-quart saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Continue boiling 5 minutes longer, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in cranberries. Heat to boiling over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Continue boiling about 5 minutes longer, stirring occasionally, until cranberries begin to pop. Pour sauce into bowl or container. Refrigerate about 3 hours or until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 0 mg

PERFECT CRANBERRY SAUCE



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For the holidays, make this Perfect Cranberry Sauce recipe from Food Network Kitchen using fresh or frozen cranberries; kick it up with orange or lemon zest.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 37m

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Empty a 12-ounce bag of fresh or frozen cranberries into a saucepan and transfer 1/2 cup to a small bowl. Add 1 cup sugar, 1 strip orange or lemon zest and 2 tablespoons water to the pan and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves and the cranberries are soft, about 10 minutes. Increase the heat to medium and cook until the cranberries burst, about 12 minutes. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the reserved cranberries. Add sugar, salt and pepper to taste and cool to room temperature before serving.

SOUTHERN PEACH COBBLER



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When fresh peaches are in season, southern peach cobbler is the first thing I think about. This is perfect for any cookout or gathering. -Betty Clark, Mount Vernon, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch
1 cup water
9 cups sliced fresh or frozen peaches
1/4 cup butter
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
TOPPING:
2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup 2% milk
1/2 cup butter, melted
1-1/2 teaspoons grated orange zest, optional
Vanilla ice cream, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. In a Dutch oven, combine brown sugar, cornstarch and water until smooth. Add peaches; bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Reduce heat to low; stir in butter and lemon juice. , For topping, combine flour, sugar, baking powder and salt in a bowl. Stir in milk, butter and orange zest if desired. Transfer hot peach mixture to an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Spoon topping over peaches. Bake, uncovered, until golden brown, 30 to 35 minutes. If desired, serve with vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360 calories, Fat 12g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 274mg sodium, Carbohydrate 61g carbohydrate (41g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CRANBERRY & PINEAPPLE FROZEN DESSERT



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Make and share this Cranberry & Pineapple Frozen Dessert recipe from Food.com.

Provided by jean1

Categories     Frozen Desserts

Time 5m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (16 ounce) can whole berry cranberry sauce
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple
1 (14 ounce) can condensed milk
1/2 cup lemon juice
1/2 cup nuts (any kind and optional)
8 ounces Cool Whip

Steps:

  • Mix everything together and pour into a 13 x 9 x 5-inch dish.
  • Cover with foil and freeze until set.
  • Store any leftovers in freezer.

CRANBERRY CRUMB BARS



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Celebrate the season with cranberry bars! They're super easy to make and can be cut into mini squares, just right for a dessert tray.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 4h

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup ground slivered almonds
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup cold butter
1 egg
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
1 cup sugar
Juice of 1/2 orange (4 teaspoons)
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Grease 13x9-inch pan with butter or cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, mix flour, 1 cup sugar, the almonds, baking powder and salt. Cut in butter, using pastry blender (or pulling 2 table knives through ingredients in opposite directions), until mixture looks like coarse crumbs. Stir in egg. Press 2 1/2 cups of crumb mixture in bottom of pan. Stir cinnamon into remaining crumb mixture; set aside.
  • In medium bowl, stir all filling ingredients. Spoon evenly over crust. Spoon reserved crumb mixture evenly over filling.
  • Bake 45 to 55 minutes or until top is light golden brown. Cool completely. Refrigerate until chilled. Cut into 6 rows by 4 rows. Store tightly covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 105 mg, Sugar 18 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe cranberries for the best flavor.
  • Rinse the cranberries thoroughly before freezing to remove any dirt or debris.
  • Spread the cranberries in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze for 1-2 hours before storing in freezer bags. This will help prevent them from sticking together.
  • Store the frozen cranberries in freezer bags or airtight containers for up to 1 year.
  • When ready to use, thaw the cranberries overnight in the refrigerator or at room temperature for several hours.
  • Frozen cranberries can be used in a variety of recipes, including muffins, scones, smoothies, and salads.

Conclusion:

Freezing cranberries is a great way to preserve this delicious and versatile fruit. By following these simple tips, you can easily freeze cranberries and enjoy them all year long. Whether you're using them in baking, smoothies, or salads, frozen cranberries are a healthy and flavorful addition to any recipe.

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