Hey y’all, have you ever tasted some sweet and tart cranberry creations? These little red berries can spice up any dish, from cakes to sauces. Here are some of the best cranberry recipes I could find on the web, and let me tell ya, they are all amazing. So grab your apron and let’s get cookin'.
Cranberry Pie
This pie is the perfect balance between sweet and tart, and the crust is buttery and flaky. Here’s what you’ll need:
Ingredients:
- 1 unbaked pastry shell (9 inches)
- 1-1/2 cups sugar
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
- 3 large eggs, beaten
- 3/4 cup evaporated milk
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 325°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim edge; flute edge.
- In a large bowl, whisk together sugar, flour and salt. Stir in cranberries and walnuts. In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, butter and vanilla until blended; stir into cranberry mixture. Pour into crust.
- Bake until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours. Cover edge loosely with foil during the last 30 minutes if necessary to prevent overbrowning. Cool on a wire rack.
Enjoy a slice with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Cranberry Crumble
This dessert is so easy to make and so delicious. It’s perfect for when you’re craving a sweet and tart treat. Here’s what you’ll need:
Ingredients:
- 3 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 1/4 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Butter an 8-inch square baking dish.
- In a medium bowl, toss together the cranberries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, ginger, and cinnamon. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Add the melted butter, buttermilk, and vanilla extract and stir until the mixture is crumbly.
- Scatter the crumbly mixture over the top of the berry mixture.
- Bake until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbling, about 40 minutes. Let cool slightly before serving.
This crumble is best served warm with some vanilla ice cream on top.
Cranberry Sauce
Cranberry sauce isn’t just for Thanksgiving dinner. It goes great on sandwiches, meat, and even as a topping for pancakes. Here’s what you’ll need:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 package fresh cranberries (12 ounces)
- 1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
How to prepare:
- In a medium saucepan, combine sugar and water. Bring to a boil; add cranberries, orange zest and cinnamon. Return to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes or until slightly thickened.
- Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature. Refrigerate until serving.
You can make this sauce ahead of time, it will keep in the fridge for up to two weeks.
Cranberry Punsch
This drink is perfect for the winter months. It’s warm and cozy, and the combination of cranberries and red wine is simply delicious. Here’s what you’ll need:
Ingredients:
- 1 bottle (750 ml) red wine
- 3 cups cranberry juice
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 3 star anise
How to prepare:
- In a large pot, combine red wine, cranberry juice, orange juice, sugar, cinnamon sticks, and star anise.
- Heat the mixture over medium-high heat until it starts to simmer. Then reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Remove the pot from the heat and strain the liquid through a fine-mesh sieve.
- Serve in glasses with a cinnamon stick and star anise for garnish.
This drink is perfect for holiday parties or simply to warm up on a cold winter night.
I hope y’all enjoy these cranberry recipes as much as I do. They are the perfect addition to any meal or party. Happy cooking!