This baked cranberry sauce is the perfect side dish for your Thanksgiving dinner. Made with fresh cranberries, orange juice, and a hint of cinnamon, this sauce is bursting with flavor and sweetness. The baking process enhances the flavors and creates a thick, jam-like consistency that pairs perfectly with turkey or ham.
Ingredients
- 12 oz fresh cranberries
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup water
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the cranberries, sugar, orange juice, cinnamon, salt, and water.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst and the sauce thickens, about 10-15 minutes.
- Transfer the sauce to a baking dish and bake for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Let the sauce cool before serving. It will continue to thicken as it cools.
- Enjoy your homemade baked cranberry sauce with your Thanksgiving meal!
Interesting Facts
Cranberries are packed with antioxidants and vitamins, making this sauce a healthy choice.
Baking the cranberry sauce enhances the flavors and creates a delicious caramelized crust on top.
This sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Leftover cranberry sauce can be used as a topping for yogurt, oatmeal, or toast.