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Instant Pot Cranberry Sauce with Orange Juice

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 7 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 120
A quick and flavorful cranberry sauce made effortlessly in the Instant Pot, perfect for holiday dinners or any special occasion.

Ingredients

Cranberries

  • 12 ounces fresh cranberries (or frozen)
  • 0.5 cup orange juice
  • 1 large orange (zest only)
  • 0.5 cup sugar (white or brown, or maple syrup)
  • 0.25 cup water
  • 0.25 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
  • 1 pinch salt

Instructions 

  • Add cranberries, orange juice, orange zest, sugar, water, cinnamon, and salt to the Instant Pot. Stir to combine.
  • Secure the lid and cook on Manual (High Pressure) for 2 minutes.
  • Allow a 10-minute natural release, then quick release remaining pressure.
  • Open the lid, mash some cranberries for desired thickness, then let cool to thicken further.
  • Transfer to a container and refrigerate for up to a week. Best after a day or two.

Notes

This cranberry sauce can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for convenience.
Calories: 120kcal
Cost: $10
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cranberries