It's cranberry season! Cranberries are a fall fruit that quickly transitions into Thanksgiving and the winter season. So this is the time of year when fresh cranberries make their way into some of our favorite fall recipes, like cranberry mulled wine and Ree Drummond's Nantucket cranberry pie. Of course, cranberries are also best known for being the star ingredient in one of our favorite Thanksgiving side dishes: cranberry sauce! So, we've made sure to round up quite a few variations in this list of cranberry recipes.
The tangy flavor of cranberries is perfect for balancing out the sweetness in fall desserts. For instance, you can try Ree's apple-cranberry galette or the waffles with a cranberry maple compote. Looking for something savory? Try the festive cranberry goat cheese balls or the roasted turkey and cranberry salad sandwich—it's perfect for using up Thanksgiving leftovers. You can combine cranberries with other seasonal fruit too, like persimmon recipes and pomegranate recipes. There's an apple-cranberry sauce, hot pepper cranberry sauce, and a super easy cranberry sauce that's made in an Instant Pot. You'll also find Thanksgiving co*cktails, holiday appetizers, and homemade muffins all made with ruby red cranberries. Whether you're using cranberries that are fresh, dried, or even frozen, you won't want to miss the pop of color and flavor that comes from cooking with them all year-round.
1
Apple-Cranberry Sauce
Crisp Granny smith apples bring even more fall flavor and a nice amount of texture to this homemade cranberry sauce. It's glossy, tangy, and perfect for Thanksgiving.
Get the Apple-Cranberry Sauce recipe.
2
Cranberry Scones
Not only are dried cranberries used in these tender breakfast scones, but there's also cranberry juice used in the sweet-tart glaze. Think: all cranberry, all the time.
Get the Cranberry Scones recipe.
3
Cranberry Cake
Fresh cranberries add a pop of color and sweet-tart flavor to this simple white cake. If you really want to make it festive, try topping the cake with candied cranberries as well.
Get the Cranberry Cake recipe.
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4
Cranberry Martini
A homemade ginger-infused simple syrup adds freshness and a hint of spice to this holiday co*cktail. It's also a nice complement to the tart cranberry juice.
Get the Cranberry Martini recipe.
5
Cranberry Mimosa
There's no rule saying that mimosas need to be made with orange juice. So why not use cranberry juice and pineapple juice instead? It's fruity, sweet, and so festive!
Get the Cranberry Mimosa recipe.
6
Hot Pepper Cranberry Sauce
This twist on cranberry sauce adds a spicy kick thanks to the jarred pickled chiles and Fresno chile pepper. It's perfect for those families who can handle a bit of heat.
Get Ree's Hot Pepper Cranberry Sauce recipe.
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7
Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad
Dried cranberries are a delicious mix-in when it comes to just about any salad, but we especially love them in this fall-inspired recipe made with shaved raw Brussels sprouts.
Get the Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad recipe.
8
Winter Sangria
Cranberries are a must-have in this wintry sangria that also calls for apples and oranges. If using frozen cranberries, just be sure to thaw them before using!
Get Ree's Winter Sangria recipe.
9
Maple Bacon Brussels Sprouts
If your family is skeptical about Brussels sprouts, just add bacon and cranberries! The smoky, sweet, tart flavors will turn everyone into a veggie believer.
Get the Maple Bacon Brussels Sprouts recipe.
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10
Instant Pot Cranberry Sauce
"Use your Instant Pot to free up space on your stove," Ree says. It's a great trick for making the holidays easy.
Get Ree's Instant Pot Cranberry Sauce recipe.
11
Apple-Cranberry Stuffing
Everything about this stuffing recipe screams fall, including the dried sage, apples, and cranberries. It's a welcome addition to any fall dinner table.
Get Ree's Apple-Cranberry Stuffing recipe.
12
Cranberry-Pecan Cheeseball
Looking to impress your guests with a festive holiday appetizer? Try this sweet and savory cheeseball made with three types of cheese, cayenne pepper, and dried cranberries.
Get Ree's Cranberry-Pecan Cheeseball recipe.
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13
Homemade Cranberry Sauce
This is Ree Drummond's go-to cranberry sauce recipe. She makes this maple-sweetened sauce year after year.
Get Ree's Homemade Cranberry Sauce recipe.
14
Cranberry Brie Bites
This elegant appetizer is filled with melty brie cheese, tangy cranberry sauce, and chopped pistachios. Serve a platter at your next holiday party and watch them disappear!
Get the Cranberry Brie Bites recipe.
15
Apple-Cranberry Galette
Because of the apple filling, you could make this galette for a late summer treat, or for your Christmas dessert spread.
Get Ree's Apple-Cranberry Galette recipe.
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16
Cranberry-Orange Pie
Cranberries will naturally thicken up on their own so you don't have to worry about overcooking or undercooking the filling in this holiday pie. It comes out perfectly every time!
Get the Cranberry-Orange Pie recipe.
17
White Grape Punch with Cranberry Ice
You can use fresh or frozen cranberries to make these festive ice cubes. Serve them with your favorite co*cktail or with this white grape punch that even the kids can enjoy.
Get Ree's White Grape Punch with Cranberry Ice recipe.
18
Leftover Turkey and Cranberry Flatbread
This creative twist on Thanksgiving leftovers turns extra turkey into a flatbread topped with a salad made from fresh Brussels sprouts and cranberries.
Get Ree's Leftover Turkey and Cranberry Flatbread recipe.
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19
Cranberry Mulled Wine
This mulled wine is full of seasonal flavors like cranberries, pears, and warm spices. It'll have your house smelling like fall in no time!
Get Ree's Cranberry Mulled Wine recipe.
20
Nantucket Cranberry Pie
There's enough tartness in this pie for that lovely cranberry bite, but plenty of sugar to make it a sweet treat.
Get Ree's Nantucket Cranberry Pie recipe.
