Cranberry Orange Glaze

More than a sauce, this is a pectin-rich 'jam' made in minutes. The natural tartness and tannins of cranberries cut through fatty meats like turkey or pork. Orange oils and cinnamon bring holiday spirit to the plate.
🕒 Prep Time 10 mins
🍳 Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 25 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 90 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Small saucepan
  • Immersion blender (optional)

Instructions

1

Boil sugar, honey, water, and OJ in a saucepan.

Tip: Sugar helps gelation.
2

Add cranberries and spices. Simmer medium heat.

Tip: You'll hear the berries popping.
3

Cook 10-12 mins until thickened and berries break down.

Tip: Natural pectin thickens it; no starch needed.
4

Remove from heat. Blend if you want smooth, or leave rustic.

Tip: Gels upon cooling.

Recipe FAQ

Too thin?
It thickens significantly as it cools due to pectin. If still runny when cold, boil a few minutes longer.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups fresh cranberries
  • 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1 tsp orange zest
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 pinch ground cinnamon
  • 1 pinch ground cloves