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Close-up of a glass bowl filled with chunky Thanksgiving cranberry sauce, featuring whole and partially crushed cranberries in a glossy, deep red sauce.

Thanksgiving Cranberry Sauce Recipe

A bright, tangy cranberry sauce that's easy to make ahead, and a classic addition to the holiday table.
5 from 2 votes
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Christmas, cranberry, cranberry sauce, side dish, Thanksgiving, vegan, vegetarian
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Cooling Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8
Author: Holly Gray

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cranberry juice
  • 2/3 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 pounds fresh cranberries
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/3 cup + 1 tablespoon orange marmalade
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon fresh orange zest minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice

Instructions

  • Set a medium pot over medium heat. Add the cranberry juice and sugar. Stir until the sugar has dissolved completely.
  • Add both the fresh and dried cranberries. Cook for 10–15 minutes, stirring often, until most of the fresh cranberries have popped and the sauce has thickened slightly. Remove from heat.
  • Stir in the orange marmalade, orange juice, zest, and allspice. Mix gently until everything is combined.
  • Let the sauce cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate until set and chilled throughout. Serve cold or at room temperature.
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