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A square bowl of cranberry sauce on a wooden cutting board next to an orange slice and dried cranberries.

Cranberry Sauce from Dried Cranberries

5 from 1 vote
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Total Time: 23 minutes
Serving Size: 8 people
Author Puja Verma
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DESCRIPTION

Sweet and tangy cranberry sauce made from dried cranberries in just 10 minutes. This cranberry sauce utilizes dried cranberries, which is accessible year-round. The sauce is infused with whole cinnamon and fresh orange zest, making it extra festive and warming. Serve this along side tofurkey, spread it on your toast, or pair it with vegan goat cheese as a dip.

INGREDIENTS
  

  • 1 cup dried cranberries sweetened
  • 1 cup cranberry juice
  • ⅓ cup sugar
  • 2 whole cinnamon stick
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 2 tablespoon orange juice freshly squeezed
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

To thicken the Sauce:

  • 1 tablespoon corn starch
  • ¼ cup water

METHOD
 

  • Zest the orange without going too deep into the white pith as it is quite bitter. Then remove the fresh juice from the orange.
  • Place all ingredients (except cornstarch and water) into a sauce pan over medium heat.
  • Once it starts boiling, then reduce the heat to a low simmer. Cook until cranberries plump up for about 15 minutes on low simmer.
  • To thicken the sauce: Combine the cornstarch and water together. Mix it into the sauce. Continuously stir for about 1 minute till the sauce thickens.
  • Then remove from heat and let it cool off. The sauce will thicken more as it cools. Discard cinnamon stick and refrigerate until ready to serve.

NOTES

  • Zesting: Be cautious to only zest the orange's outer layer, avoiding the bitter white pith.
  • Consistent heat: Maintain a low simmer and stir the sauce frequently to ensure even cooking and prevent burning.
  • Cornstarch slurry: Fully dissolve the cornstarch in water before adding it to the cranberry sauce to prevent lumps.
  • Refrigerate right away: Once cooled, move the sauce to the fridge to maintain its freshness.

NUTRITION

Calories: 47kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 0.03g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 7mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin C: 0.03mg | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 0.1mg
Course: Condiments, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Craberry Sauce from Dried Cranberries, dried cranberry sauce recipe
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