12 Cranberry Recipes That Are Sweet, Tart, and Totally Irresistible
Cranberries are the ultimate blend of sweet and tart, bringing a pop of flavor to any dish they touch. Whether you’re craving a classic cranberry sauce, a refreshing salad, or a decadent dessert, these 12 cranberry recipes have got you covered. Perfect for the holidays or any time you want to elevate your cooking, these dishes showcase the versatility of this vibrant fruit. Get ready to savor the bold, tangy taste of cranberries like never before!
Cranberry Salsa with Cream Cheese
Fresh Cranberry Salsa with Cream Cheese and crackers is a spicy and sweet, quick and easy appetizer that is perfect for entertaining during the holidays!
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Cranberry Maple Bourbon Cocktail
This Cranberry Maple Bourbon Cocktail has the right balance of sweet and tart, with the warmth of bourbon and subtle orange tones. It is bright, delicious, and perfect for the holiday season (or any time you want the best bourbon mixed drink!)
Cranberry Bliss Fudge
This no-bake white chocolate fudge is creamy and decadent, filled with cranberries and a hint of citrus. Try my cranberry bliss bars or puppy chow next!
Cranberry Walnut Pie (Christmas Wreath Pie)
A delicious cranberry walnut pie decorated like a festive Christmas wreath. This pie has a crunchy walnut crust and a sweet and tangy cranberry filling. Topped with edible decorations, this pie is the most festive Christmas dessert!
Cranberry Pistachio Cookies
With the classic Christmas colors of red and green, these Cranberry Pistachio Cookies are perfect for the holidays!
Cranberry Brie Bites
These Cranberry Brie Bites are the perfect appetizer for your holiday parties! They are the perfect combination of creamy and salty with a subtle burst of tart cranberry sauce over rich brie cheese. These buttery puff pastry snacks are pockets of ruby-red goodness that look gorgeous on a serving platter. Whip up a batch today!
Cardamom-Spiced Cranberry-Pear Sauce
This Cardamom-Spiced Cranberry-Pear Sauce is perfect if you want a fresh new twist on a classic favorite. Serve it with turkey dinner or as a fun seasonal topping for oatmeal, yogurt, or toast.
Eggnog Muffins with Cranberry Filling
This recipe for eggnog muffins with cranberry filling makes soft, fluffy eggnog-flavored muffins with a sweet/tart cranberry sauce filling. They’re a great way to satisfy a sweet tooth when you’re in the mood for something festive!
No-Cook Cranberry Honeycomb Cheesecake Mousse
No-Cook Cranberry Honeycomb Cheesecake Mousse is sweetened with honey and honeycomb to balance the sweet/tart flavor of cranberry sauce; holiday desserts don’t get any easier or more delicious!
Roasted Cranberry Ricotta Crostini
Get in the holiday spirit with some honey roasted cranberries. Drizzle these on top of a creamy bed of orange flecked ricotta cheese on a crispy baguette and you’ll have a festive crostini appetizer for any party!
Cranberry Orange Jam (Christmas Jam)
Tangy, sweet and spiced cranberry orange jam that’s perfect for Christmas. This easy to make cranberry marmalade takes only 30 minutes to make. Perfect to be used as cake filling, yoghurt topping or eaten with toast.
Cranberry Whipped Feta Dip
I’ll never forget the year I brought this Cranberry Whipped Feta Dip to Thanksgiving…I didn’t even make it to the table before people crowded the kitchen digging in. It works great for Christmas too!
