Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Spiced Cranberry Orange Snack that combines tart cranberries and zesty oranges, all enveloped in warm spices. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights, this delightful treat brings friends and family together with its irresistible aroma and taste. Easy to prepare and adaptable for various dietary needs, it’s a must-try recipe that promises to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 1 large orange (juiced and zested)
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp allspice
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup pecan nuts (optional, toasted)
Instructions
- Preheat your stovetop to medium heat. Gather all ingredients on your counter for easy access.
- Rinse cranberries under cold water until shiny. Zest the orange and then juice it.
- In a medium bowl, combine cranberries, orange juice, zest, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice. Stir until well-coated.
- Transfer the mixture to a saucepan over medium heat. Cook for about 10 minutes until cranberries pop and the sauce thickens.
- Remove from heat; stir in vanilla extract and pecans if using. Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg