Classic Crockpot Cranberry Sauce
A rich and tangy cranberry sauce made effortlessly in a crockpot, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 ounces fresh cranberries Look for plump, firm berries
- 1 cup sugar Adjust sweetness to preference, can be reduced for tangier sauce
- 1 cup orange juice Fresh-squeezed juice enhances flavor
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Adds warmth and spice
- 1/4 cup orange marmalade Provides additional sweetness and flavor
- 1/2 cup water Helps adjust sauce consistency
Instructions
Preparation
- Rinse the fresh cranberries under cold water and sort through them, discarding any damaged or mushy ones.
- In your crockpot, add the rinsed cranberries followed by the cup of sugar, ensuring it coats the berries well.
- Pour in the cup of orange juice, then add the ground cinnamon, orange marmalade, and water.
- Stir the ingredients together gently to distribute the sugar evenly.
Cooking
- Cover the crockpot and set it to low for about 6 to 8 hours.
- Check for consistency towards the end of cooking; if too runny, remove the lid and continue cooking for an additional 30 minutes.
Serving
- Once the sauce has reached the desired consistency, turn off the crockpot and let it cool before serving.
- Serve alongside holiday turkey, on sandwiches, with breakfast, or over cream cheese as an appetizer.
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Notes
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks, or freeze for up to three months.