Here’s a simple way to make Ocean Spray Whole Berry Cranberry Sauce style at home—or just enjoy it with your holiday meals 🍒
Whole Berry Cranberry Sauce
Ingredients (makes about 2 cups)
- 12 oz (1 bag) fresh or frozen whole cranberries
- 1 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup water
- Optional: ½ tsp orange zest or 1 tbsp orange juice for extra flavor
- Optional spices: pinch of cinnamon or cloves
Instructions
- Combine ingredients
- In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar, and water. Add optional orange zest or juice if desired.
- Cook the cranberries
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer 10–15 minutes, until most cranberries have burst and sauce thickens slightly.
- Cool
- Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature. The sauce will thicken more as it cools.
- Serve or store
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Tips & Variations
- Sweeter sauce: Add a little more sugar or a splash of maple syrup.
- Tangy twist: Add a teaspoon of lemon juice for extra brightness.
- Texture: For a smoother sauce, mash cranberries with a potato masher after cooking.
- Spiced version: Simmer with a cinnamon stick or a few whole cloves for a holiday flavor.
I can also give a super quick microwave version that’s ready in 10 minutes if you want.
