This homemade cranberry conserve is a perfect blend of sweet and tart flavors. Made with fresh cranberries, orange zest, and a touch of cinnamon, this conserve is the perfect accompaniment to your holiday meals. It can be served with roasted turkey, spread on toast, or used as a topping for desserts. With a preparation time of just 30 minutes, this recipe is quick and easy to make. Try this cranberry conserve recipe to add a burst of flavor to your meals!
Ingredients
- 12 ounces fresh cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Directions
- In a saucepan, combine the cranberries, sugar, orange juice, orange zest, and cinnamon.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens.
- Remove from heat and let the conserve cool completely before transferring it to a jar or container.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. The conserve will thicken further as it cools.
- Serve as a condiment with turkey, spread on toast, or use as a topping for desserts like cheesecake or ice cream.
Interesting Facts
Cranberries are rich in antioxidants and vitamin C, making this conserve a healthy addition to your diet.
This conserve can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
The orange zest adds a bright citrus flavor to the conserve, balancing the tartness of the cranberries.