When it comes to the holiday season, cranberries are king. Serve up these cranberry recipes like tender bread, easy pie recipes and savory stuffings.
54 Cranberry Recipes You Won’t Be Able to Resist
Updated on Sep. 23, 2024
Coconut Cranberry Yummies
When my husband came home from the grocery store with six bags of fresh cranberries, I launched a full-scale effort to creatively use them all. Bursting with tart and sweet flavors, these cranberry coconut cookies are my favorite result from that experiment. —Amy Alberts, Appleton, Wisconsin
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Cranberry-Almond Apple Pie
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My grandmother made this treat every year for Christmas. It’s much better than everyday apple pie. The recipe is a family treasure. —Maxine Theriauit, Nashua, New Hampshire
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 455 calories, 18g fat (9g saturated fat), 28mg cholesterol, 210mg sodium, 73g carbohydrate (50g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein.
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Cranberry Maple Chicken
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Cranberries and a hint of maple syrup make a sweet sauce for these easy chicken breast halves. They’re a quick but lovely main course for weeknights and other occasions. –Kim Pettipas, Oromocto, New Brunswick
Nutrition Facts:
1 chicken breast half with 3 tablespoons sauce: 236 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 253mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 1g fiber), 23g protein.
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Cranberry Orange Sauce
Total Time
25 min
Servings
2 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
In about 20 minutes, with just a few ingredients, you can have the freshest cranberry orange sauce you’ve ever tasted. —Susan Hein, Burlington, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
2 tablespoons: 61 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 1mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 1g fiber), 0 protein.
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Spiced Cranberry Crisp Cake
Total Time
1 hour 20 min
Servings
15 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This cake is a cross between a fruit crisp and a moist cake. We love the festive cranberry filling with its sweet-tangy flavor and the combination of soft cake, tender fruit and crunchy topping. —Priscilla Yee, Concord, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 276 calories, 11g fat (5g saturated fat), 59mg cholesterol, 277mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (27g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Cranberry Mimosa
Total Time
10 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Mimosas are just so elegant for Sunday brunch. My recipe uses tart cranberries to balance the sweetness of champagne and orange juice. —Shannon Stephens, Lake in the Hills, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 163 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 0 sodium, 11g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein.
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Cranberry-Orange Cake with Lemon Glaze
Total Time
1 hour 40 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I used cranberries for decorations in a wedding, then challenged myself to find a way to use up the surplus. This pretty, super moist cake with cranberries in the batter and sometimes, sugared ones on top, was the result! —S. Jade Klope, Paducah, Kentucky
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 413 calories, 11g fat (7g saturated fat), 72mg cholesterol, 265mg sodium, 77g carbohydrate (60g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein.
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Tropical Cranberry Cobbler
Total Time
4 hours 20 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The sunny island flavors of pineapple and orange go so well with the tart cranberries in this dessert. A scoop of vanilla ice cream makes it a tasty treat. —Jeanne Holt, St. Paul, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 514 calories, 22g fat (13g saturated fat), 98mg cholesterol, 508mg sodium, 78g carbohydrate (59g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
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Cranberry Short Ribs
Total Time
1 hour 50 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We live in the Yukon bush, so I pick wild cranberries for this incredibly tender comfort food. I sometimes substitute moose for the beef. —Cathy Wylie, Dawson City, Canada
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 314 calories, 16g fat (7g saturated fat), 82mg cholesterol, 645mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 28g protein.
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Cranberry Christmas Cake
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
20 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The ruby cranberries in this recipe stay bright and beautiful, and their tartness is irresistible. I’ve made this cranberry Christmas cake many times to share. —Marilyn Paradis, Woodburn, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 227 calories, 10g fat (5g saturated fat), 46mg cholesterol, 66mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (21g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Festive Cranberry Fruit Salad
Total Time
25 min
Servings
14 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This fruit salad is a tradition on my Christmas table. It goes together quickly, which is a plus on such a busy day. —Rousheen Arel Wolf, Delta Junction, Alaska
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 105 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 2mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (21g sugars, 4g fiber), 1g protein.
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Cranberry-Orange Sangria
Total Time
15 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Letting this sangria sit in the fridge overnight improves the fruitiness, making it the perfect make-ahead drink for a holiday party. It's also nice with a splash of brandy. —Maria Regakis, Somerville, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 263 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 6mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (44g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein.
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Berries & Cream Trifles
Total Time
40 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Layers of cubed cake, berries and creamy ricotta mixture make pretty trifles that taste as rich as cheesecake. —Joan Duckworth, Lee's Summit, Missouri
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Cranberry Orange Relish
Total Time
25 min
Servings
about 2 quarts
From the Recipe Creator:
With its festive color and refreshing citrus-cranberry flavor, this lovely cranberry orange relish works well at holiday gatherings. It’s also convenient because you can make it in advance. —Clara Honeyager, North Prairie, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup: 68 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 1mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 2g fiber), 0 protein.
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Cranberry Cake Roll
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This low-fat angel food cake roll is a guilt-free indulgence, which is much-appreciated during the Christmas season. —Paige Kowolewski, Topton, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 196 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 91mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (36g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Thanksgiving Casserole
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This hearty, rich-tasting Thanksgiving casserole is sure to be a hit with your family. It's a delicious way to use up Thanksgiving turkey, and you can substitute 5-1/2 cups of leftover mashed potatoes for the six potatoes. —Mary Lou Timpson, Centennial Park, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups: 572 calories, 30g fat (15g saturated fat), 119mg cholesterol, 1142mg sodium, 49g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 4g fiber), 29g protein.
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Cranberry-Kissed Chocolate Silk
Total Time
25 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I combined fresh cranberry salad with the rich custard known as pots de crème, and the result is ever so elegant compared to the usual desserts. —Carmell Childs, Clawson, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 473 calories, 27g fat (15g saturated fat), 151mg cholesterol, 129mg sodium, 54g carbohydrate (47g sugars, 4g fiber), 9g protein.
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Cranberry Pumpkin Muffins
Total Time
30 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Tart, juicy cranberries enhance the delicate pumpkin flavor of these muffins. Sometimes I dust the tops with powdered sugar to add a little sweetness. —Sue Ross, Casa Grande, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 159 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 108mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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Acorn Squash with Cranberry Stuffing
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
If you have squash or cranberry lovers at the table, here’s your new go-to recipe. It’s colorful, the blend of flavors is delicious and it’s a fitting addition to a Thanksgiving menu. —Dorothy Pritchett, Wills Point, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 270 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 367mg sodium, 57g carbohydrate (36g sugars, 5g fiber), 2g protein.
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Cranberry Layer Cake
Total Time
50 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I adapted a Bundt cake recipe to create this layer cake. Cranberries, walnuts and homemade frosting make it taste so delicious that you'd never guess it starts with a convenient cake mix. —Sandy Burkett, Galena, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 441 calories, 24g fat (8g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 329mg sodium, 55g carbohydrate (40g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
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Cranberry Walnut Bread
Total Time
1 hour 20 min
Servings
1 loaf (16 pieces)
From the Recipe Creator:
I created this cranberry nut bread decades ago by combining a couple of recipes from my collection. A friend suggested I add even more cranberries. Now there's a big burst of tart cranberry and lots of crunchy nuts in every piece. —Dawn Lowenstein, Hatboro, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 169 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 21mg cholesterol, 258mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Cranberry Tart
Total Time
55 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
While everyone is enjoying a bountiful meal, this eye-catching tart can be baking to perfection in the oven. The pretty holiday dessert calls for very few ingredients, and it's a snap to assemble. —Jackie Zack, Riverside, Connecticut
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 255 calories, 14g fat (8g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 93mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein.
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Pretzel-Topped Sweet Potatoes
Total Time
45 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Everyone I've shared this recipe with says it's the tastiest way to serve sweet potatoes. I like to make it for special dinners and even for brunch as a colorful go-with dish. The mingled sweet, tart and salty flavors are an unusual treat. —Sue Mallory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 484 calories, 24g fat (11g saturated fat), 44mg cholesterol, 606mg sodium, 66g carbohydrate (43g sugars, 4g fiber), 5g protein.
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Apple Cranberry Crisp
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Apple cranberry crisp is a wonderful dessert for fall, when both cranberries and apples are in season. The fruits are quite compatible in flavor and color, and they help make any table look festive and inviting. —Martha Sue Stroud, Clarksville, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 407 calories, 15g fat (7g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 122mg sodium, 66g carbohydrate (45g sugars, 4g fiber), 4g protein.
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Cranberry Date Bars
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Rich and fruity, these bars let you enjoy cranberries year-round. I’ve made batches for all kinds of church and social events. —Bonnie Nieter, Warsaw, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
1 bar: 339 calories, 11g fat (6g saturated fat), 27mg cholesterol, 212mg sodium, 60g carbohydrate (40g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein.
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Christmas Jam
Total Time
35 min
Servings
about 14 half-pints
From the Recipe Creator:
I have a passion for cooking, and I can probably thank my grandmother for it. She was a marvelous cook who could really stretch a food dollar. —Jo Talvacchia, Lanoka Harbor, New Jersey
Nutrition Facts:
2 tablespoons: 84 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 0 sodium, 22g carbohydrate (21g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.
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Cranberry Orange Bread
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
2 loaves (16 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator:
This orange cranberry bread is packed with the zesty taste of cranberries and orange peel. I suggest serving slices toasted with butter or cream cheese. —Ron Gardner, Grand Haven, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 98 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 125mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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Cranberry-Orange Trifle
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I make this showstopper for many occasions, slightly changing—or adding—ingredients. I sometimes add toasted coconut between the layers. —Raymonde Bourgeois, Swastika, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 327 calories, 10g fat (5g saturated fat), 114mg cholesterol, 145mg sodium, 53g carbohydrate (42g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
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Cranberry Cheesecake
Total Time
1 hour 25 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Every year when the cranberries are harvested, my family looks forward to eating this cheesecake. —Nairda Monroe, Webberville, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 522 calories, 35g fat (19g saturated fat), 174mg cholesterol, 423mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (35g sugars, 1g fiber), 8g protein.
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Sweet Potato Cranberry Bake
Total Time
1 hour 20 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
In October, my husband helps harvest cranberries at a friend's bogs, so I have access to the very freshest ingredients. Their bold autumn flavor pairs up perfectly with sweet potatoes to make a seasonal side dish my family looks forward to. —Jill Doyle, Kingston, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 386 calories, 12g fat (5g saturated fat), 19mg cholesterol, 81mg sodium, 68g carbohydrate (40g sugars, 7g fiber), 4g protein.
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Citrus Cranberry Pie
Total Time
1 hour 20 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
To showcase abundant fall cranberries, make this beautiful lattice-topped cranberry pie. A dollop of orange cream complements the slightly tart flavor. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 515 calories, 29g fat (15g saturated fat), 85mg cholesterol, 323mg sodium, 62g carbohydrate (33g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein.
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Cranberry Pecan Tassies
Total Time
45 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
A traditional pecan tassie is a small tart with nuts. This holiday version adds cranberries. How festive! —Peggy West, Georgetown, Delaware
Nutrition Facts:
1 tassie: 113 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 50mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Orange-Chip Cranberry Bread
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
2 loaves
From the Recipe Creator:
Tart berries, crunchy nuts and sweet chocolate are simply scrumptious when mixed together in this easy quick bread. Sometimes I'll top it off with an orange-flavored glaze. —Donna Smith, Fairport, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 220 calories, 13g fat (3g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 76mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Molded Cranberry-Orange Salad
Total Time
20 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When I take this dish to potlucks during the holidays, people always ooh and aah. Feel free to top with whipped cream for added appeal. —Carol Mead, Los Alamos, New Mexico
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 154 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 21mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (28g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein.
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Cranberry Vinegar
Total Time
25 min
Servings
1-1/2 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
For a delicious vinegar for salad dressings and marinades, try this vinegar with cranberries. It would make a wonderful dressing base for a side salad during the holidays. —Lesley Colgan, London, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
2 tablespoons: 62 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 0 sodium, 16g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 1g fiber), 0 protein.
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Eggnog Cranberry Pie
Total Time
40 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Here's an elegant pie that says “holiday” in every bite. The tart cranberries contrast nicely with the rich eggnog layer. It's a repeat dessert at our house. —Ruth White, Bedford, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 296 calories, 14g fat (7g saturated fat), 48mg cholesterol, 135mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Christmas Cranberries
Total Time
50 min
Servings
4 half-pints
From the Recipe Creator:
Bourbon adds bite to this holiday standby, packed in a small heavy-duty glass storage container with a tight-fitting lid. Wrap in a vintage tea towel or cloth napkin, cinch with ribbon and adorn with small ornaments. —Becky Jo Smith, Kettle Falls, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
2 tablespoons: 54 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 0 sodium, 13g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 1g fiber), 0 protein.
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Cranberry Muffins
Total Time
35 min
Servings
1.500 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
There's an abundance of cranberries in our area during the fall, and this recipe is one of my favorite ways to use them. I've often given these fresh-baked muffins as a small gift to friends, and they're always well received. —Ronni Dufour, Lebanon, Connecticut
Nutrition Facts:
1 muffin: 231 calories, 13g fat (2g saturated fat), 24mg cholesterol, 141mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein.
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Rustic Cranberry Tarts
Total Time
35 min
Servings
2 tarts (6 servings each)
From the Recipe Creator:
I like to serve colorful desserts for gatherings with family and friends. These beautiful tarts are filled with cranberry and citrus flavor, and they’re easy to make and serve. —Holly Bauer, West Bend, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 260 calories, 9g fat (4g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 144mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (24g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein.
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Special Herb Dressing
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
14-16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Here's a fabulously satisfying dressing with all the great tastes people crave: meat, fish herbs, earthy mushrooms, crunchy apples and water chestnuts, and a zesty burst of tart cranberries. —Trudy Williams, Shannonville, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 204 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 24mg cholesterol, 561mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 10g protein.
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Cranberry Chip Pancakes
Total Time
25 min
Servings
6 pancakes
From the Recipe Creator:
These simple pancakes taste so great, you don't even need syrup! Liven them up by adding cranberries, orange juice and vanilla chips to classic pancake batter. —Aris Gonzalez, Deltona, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
3 pancakes: 368 calories, 9g fat (4g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol, 853mg sodium, 66g carbohydrate (24g sugars, 3g fiber), 8g protein.
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Red Wine Cranberry Sauce
Total Time
25 min
Servings
about 2-1/3 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
We were feeling festive when we started our holiday cooking, but a bottle of wine was a bit more than we wanted to drink. I added half a cup to the cranberry sauce, in place of juice, and a new recipe was born! —Helen Nelander, Boulder Creek, California
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup: 122 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 1mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (27g sugars, 2g fiber), 0 protein.
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Grandma Pietz's Cranberry Cake Pudding
Total Time
50 min
Servings
15 servings (2 cups sauce)
From the Recipe Creator:
For generations, our family has handed down this cake recipe starring cranberries. Simple and unusual, it remains a treasured family heirloom. —Lisa Potter, Camp Douglas, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece with 2 tablespoons sauce: 311 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 26mg cholesterol, 125mg sodium, 64g carbohydrate (50g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Rich Cranberry Coffee Cake
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
about 16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When our children come home for the holidays, I make sure to bake this cranberry coffee cake. I always use fresh berries in season, then put a few bags in the freezer for later on. That way, we can enjoy this moist cake any time we want! —Mildred Schwartzentruber, Tavistock, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 337 calories, 20g fat (11g saturated fat), 99mg cholesterol, 285mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
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Pumpkin Cranberry Bread
Total Time
1 hour 30 min
Servings
2 loaves (16 slices each)
From the Recipe Creator:
Put leftover cranberries and pumpkin to great use in this moist quick bread. It’s very good with my "secondhand turkey" casserole for an after-Thanksgiving meal. —Dixie Terry, Goreville, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 197 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 27mg cholesterol, 162mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Cranberry Fluff
Total Time
10 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This fluffy fruit salad gets its sweet-tart flavor from cranberries and whipped cream. We like it because it's not as sweet as many other "fluffs." I'm often asked for the secret to this luscious holiday salad. —Lavonne Hartel, Williston, North Dakota
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 264 calories, 12g fat (6g saturated fat), 27mg cholesterol, 80mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (30g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein.
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Cranberry Pecan Pie
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I first prepared this pie at Thanksgiving to share with my co-workers. It was such a success! Now I freeze cranberries while they are in season so that I can make it year-round. —Dawn Liet Hartman, Mifflinburg, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 514 calories, 27g fat (7g saturated fat), 85mg cholesterol, 250mg sodium, 68g carbohydrate (52g sugars, 3g fiber), 5g protein.
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Frosted Cranberry Drop Cookies
Total Time
40 min
Servings
about 5 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I started making these treats after tasting a batch my friend whipped up. I immediately requested the drop cookie recipe and have been baking them by the dozens ever since. The icing is an ideal complement to the tart berries in the cookies. —Shirley Kidd, New London, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 102 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 56mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Cranberry Swirl Loaf
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
1 loaf (16 pieces)
From the Recipe Creator:
My mother's made this bread for years, but she uses date filling. I loved her bread so much that I made my own, with cranberries for a slightly tart filling with the sweet streusel topping—sometimes I add a simple icing. Each slice reveals an enticing ruby swirl. —Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 210 calories, 9g fat (4g saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol, 140mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Cranberry Walnut Pie
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Here’s a wonderful dessert for Christmas or Thanksgiving. With ruby-red color and a golden lattice crust, this pie looks as good as it tastes. —Diane Everett, Dunkirk, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 672 calories, 38g fat (19g saturated fat), 75mg cholesterol, 391mg sodium, 79g carbohydrate (43g sugars, 4g fiber), 7g protein.
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Cranberry Zucchini Bread
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
2 loaves (12 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator:
Nutmeg and cinnamon add spice to these flavorful loaves. The flecks of green zucchini and red cranberries give each slice a festive look that's just right for the holidays. —Alice Manzo, South Easton, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 234 calories, 11g fat (2g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 196mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Mile-High Cranberry Meringue Pie
Total Time
1 hour 25 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Your holiday crowd will be blown away when they see this pie with towering meringue on top. Let it sit in your refrigerator for at least four hours for best results. —Marcia Whitney, Gainesville, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 486 calories, 17g fat (10g saturated fat), 131mg cholesterol, 289mg sodium, 80g carbohydrate (59g sugars, 3g fiber), 6g protein.
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Fresh Cranberry Relish
Total Time
15 min
Servings
4 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
This no-cook cranberry medley spiced with cinnamon and ginger is a wonderfully refreshing complement for a savory entree. The tartness mellows as the relish chills. —Deb Williams, Peoria, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup: 113 calories, 4g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 1mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein.
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Cranberry Conserve
Total Time
30 min
Servings
3 pints
From the Recipe Creator:
I’m 95, and I still remember my grandmother from Germany making this lovely, delicious conserve for the holidays. She’d give it to family members and friends. It tastes great served as a relish alongside meat or even spread on biscuits. —Mildred Marsh Banker, Austin, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
2 tablespoons: 72 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 1mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 1g fiber), 0 protein.
