Mom's Cranberries Recipe

This treasured recipe, passed down through generations, delivers a vibrant and slightly tart cranberry sauce with a warm, spicy kick. Perfect for Thanksgiving (or any time!), this easy-to-make recipe features whole cranberries bursting with flavor. Double or triple the batch – it's always a crowd-pleaser!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 246.1 kcal
Protein 1g
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Ingredients for Mom's Cranberries

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How to Make Mom's Cranberries

  1. In a 4-quart saucepan, combine 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 cup water, 6 whole cloves, 1 teaspoon ground allspice, and 2 cinnamon sticks.
  2. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring frequently, until the syrup becomes clear and slightly thickened (about 3-5 minutes).
  4. Add 12 ounces (approximately 3 cups) of fresh cranberries to the saucepan.
  5. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until most of the cranberries have popped open (about 5-7 minutes).
  6. Remove from heat and stir in the zest of 1 large orange.
  7. Let the sauce cool completely before transferring to an airtight container. For best flavor, refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

210g

Fat

1g

Carbs

21g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Mom's Cranberries?

Mom's Cranberries takes about 30 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Mom's Cranberries?

Mom's Cranberries has approximately 246.1 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 21 g carbohydrates and 1 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Mom's Cranberries?

The key ingredients for Mom's Cranberries are Sugar, Water, Whole Cloves, Whole Allspice, Cinnamon Sticks, Fresh Cranberries. See the full list with measurements above.

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