Delicious Instant Pot Cherry Orange Cranberry Sauce Recipe

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This Instant Pot Cherry Orange Cranberry Sauce is bursting with flavor and is the perfect accompaniment to your holiday meals. The combination of cherries, oranges, and cranberries creates a sweet and tart sauce that will elevate any dish.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup fresh cranberries
  • 1 cup dried cherries
  • Zest and juice of 1 orange
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • Pinch of salt

Directions

  1. Combine the cranberries, cherries, orange zest, orange juice, sugar, water, cinnamon stick, and salt in the Instant Pot.
  2. Secure the lid and set the Instant Pot to Manual, High Pressure for 5 minutes.
  3. Once the cooking time is complete, allow for a natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.
  4. Remove the lid and stir the sauce, mashing the cranberries slightly with a spoon.
  5. Serve the sauce warm or chilled, and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Cranberries are packed with antioxidants and are a great source of vitamin C.
  • Oranges add a bright citrus flavor to the sauce.
  • Dried cherries provide a chewy texture and a hint of sweetness.