Cranberries are not just a deliciously tart seasonal fruit, they also happen to be a powerhouse ingredient that can enhance all sorts of dishes. From sweet to savory, breakfast to dessert, this collection of cranberry recipes offers a wide range of options for incorporating these festive berries into your meals. Whether you’re planning a holiday feast or simply looking to switch up your usual recipes, these cranberry treats are sure to be a hit!
Cranberry Recipes: 18 Easy Cranberry Recipes Perfect for the Holidays
1. Apple Cranberry Relish
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Fresh apple cranberry relish is easy to make and delicious! This cranberry relish recipe will be your go-to for the holidays!
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box2. Sugar Coated Cranberries
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They are ideal for gourmet snacking or as an addition to any dessert, cheese tray, or holiday gift basket.
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box3. Fall Sangria with Apple and Cranberries
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4. Cranberry Shortbread Cookies
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These buttery cranberry shortbread cookies literally melt in your mouth.
Cooking time: 12 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box5. Whipped Ricotta Dip with Balsamic and Cranberries
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Whipped ricotta dip is a light and creamy appetizer infused with balsamic flavor. This ricotta dip recipe is the perfect crowd-pleaser for any special occasion!
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box6. Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Maple, Bacon and Cranberries
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These roasted Brussels sprouts with bacon and cranberries are one of the best holiday side dishes you'll ever try!
Cooking time: 30 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box7. Cranberry Pineapple Sangria
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This Cranberry Pineapple Sangria cocktail is the perfect special drink for your holiday plans.
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box8. Healthy Sautéed Kale Salad with Bacon, Walnuts and Cranberries
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This healthy kale salad recipe is not only colorful, but it’s flavorful too!
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box9. Easy Orange Cranberry Sauce
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This cranberry sauce is a must for Thanksgiving. The perfect homemade cranberry sauce recipe to serve with your roasted turkey!
Cooking time: 45 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box10. Christmas Cranberry Bourbon Cocktail
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This Cranberry Bourbon Cocktail is the perfect starter to celebrate the holidays!
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box11. Cranberry Nut Cream Cheese Balls
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These super festive cheese balls won't last long on your table - definitely a crowd pleaser!
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box12. Fresh Cranberry Dip
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This fresh cranberry dip is a sweet and spicy holiday appetizer. The Cranberry dip recipe is perfect for serving with tortilla chips or your favorite crackers!
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box13. No-Bake Almond Cherry Granola Bars
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These granola bars are chewy and full of delicious flavors - Perfect for busy mornings!
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box14. Apple Cranberry Sauce
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This Apple Cranberry Sauce is simmered to perfection with cranberries, apples, maple syrup, and cinnamon - The perfect Holiday relish!
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box15. Cranberry-Gin Cocktail
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This Easy Cranberry-Gin Cocktail Recipe will be your go-to sweet holiday drink to make your gathering and your guests feel extra special.
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box16. Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin with Cranberry Butter Sauce
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This Instant Pot pork loin has a special cranberry butter sauce that gives it incredible flavor!
Cooking time: 7 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box17. Apple Cranberry Bacon Kale Salad
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This easy kale salad recipe is packed full of hearty nutrients and tastes amazing!
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box18. Curried Cranberry Carrot Soup
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Keep yourself warm on a cool fall night with this healthy curried carrot soup.
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18 Easy Cranberry Recipes Perfect for the Holidays: Apple Cranberry Relish
by eatwell101
Yield: 12 servings Prep Time: 5 min Cook time: 0 min
Fresh apple cranberry relish is easy to make and delicious! This cranberry relish recipe will be your go-to for the holidays!
Ingredients you need for the Apple Cranberry Relish
Directions
1. To make the apple cranberry relish: In a food processor, combine the cranberries, orange supreme, and apple slices. Give a few quick pulses to chop the fruit coarsely.
2. Stir in the sugar, orange zest, and orange juice and let the cranberry relish sit at room temperature until the sugar dissolves, about 30 minutes. Store the fresh cranberry relish in your refrigerator until ready to serve. Enjoy! ❤️
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