Rice Free Fresh Orange Cranberry Sauce
Bright, tangy, and just sweet enough, this cranberry sauce is the kind of condiment that steals the show at any holiday table. Fresh orange juice and a generous hit of zest give it a citrusy lift that makes the whole thing taste alive — nothing like the jellied stuff from a can. A pinch of cinnamon rounds out the flavor with a subtle warmth that feels festive without being overpowering. The whole process happens in a single saucepan, and watching those cranberries burst and the sauce thicken into something glossy and gorgeous is genuinely satisfying. Canned and jarred cranberry sauces can sometimes sneak in unexpected fillers or thickeners, so making your own from scratch means you know exactly what's in it — and in this case, every ingredient is naturally grain-free and clean. It keeps beautifully in the fridge, so you can make it ahead and free up precious stovetop space when it matters most.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
8 servings
- 1 bag (12 oz) fresh or frozen cranberries
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup fresh orange juice (from about 1 large orange)
- 1 tbsp orange zest (from about 1 large orange)
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the cranberries, sugar, orange juice, and orange zest in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring to dissolve the sugar.
- 2
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally, for 10–12 minutes, until most of the cranberries have burst and the sauce has thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!