FRESH AND EASY CRANBERRY RECIPES

Photo credit: Mistletoe Cranberry Margaritas by A Grateful Meal

Is it just me, or is this season made better with cranberries? Personally, I find the sweet, tangy flavor perfect for so many recipes. I have collected a whole bunch of great ones for you. If you are looking for entrees, drinks, snacks, and baked goods brimming with cranberries, you are in the right place!

Cranberries are simply beautiful! The deep, rich color makes for perfect sauces, jams, and drinks. And jars of jam lined up on a shelf add a homey touch to your kitchen.

Orange is the perfect combo with cranberries. Something about the acidic citrus flavor makes it perfect for recipes! For years, I have made Orange-Cranberry Bread for my friends and family. It is always well-loved, and it is even better with cream cheese on a slice.

The best cranberries for cooking and baking are definitely fresh. Not only do they taste great, but they are also inexpensive and easy to use. They are not overly juicy, so the mess is quite tame. Frozen or dried can also be used in recipes, but, like I said, always prioritize fresh fruit unless a recipe specifically calls for something else.

Please note that there are over 50 recipes in this post along with photos, so you may have to scroll a bit to find what works for you.

Let’s take a look at what I found!

BAKED GOODS

Cranberry Quick Bread by Yummi Haus

Cranberry Bundy Cake by Natasha’s Kitchen

Orange Cranberry Bread with Glaze by Berly’s Kitchen

Cranberry Upside-Down Cake by Simply Recipes

Cranberry Lemon Bars by Homecooked Harvest

Orange Cranberry Bread by Cake Whiz

Lemon Cranberry Cookies by Lord Byron’s Kitchen

Orange Cranberry Shortbread Cookies by Sweet and Savory by Shinee

No Knead Cranberry Walnut Bread by Cooking for My Soul

Cranberry Apple Crisp by Lifestyle of a Foodie

Cranberry Orange Muffins by Cake Whiz

Cranberry Christmas Cake by Barefeet in the Kitchen

Cranberry Breakfast Cake by View From Great Island

Orange Cranberry Cake with Sugar Crunch Top by Tastes of Lizzy T

Oatmeal Cranberry Bars by Whitney Bond

Cranberry Orange Shortbread Cookies by Mom on Time Out

Cranberry Oatmeal Cookies by Ask Chef Dennis

Orange Cranberry Scones by Baking a Moment

Cranberry Bliss Bars (Starbuck’s Copycat Recipe) by Foodtasia

Pear Cranberry Cobbler by Stroller Envy

White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies by Natasha’s Kitchen

Cranberry Coffee Cake by Cleverly Simple

Nantucket Holiday Cranberry Pie by Sweet and Spicy Kitchen

Dark Chocolate Cranberry Magic Bars by Back for Seconds

DRINKS WITH AND WITHOUT ALCOHOL

Every year, I buy some quality 100% cranberry juice (as opposed to cranberry drink) and make the best cocktails! Last year I combined gin, orange juice, cranberry juice, and sparkling water with a lime added as a twist. The drinks were a big hit with everyone.

You can also make warm drinks with cranberries such as mulled cider. Be sure to add orange slices and cinnamon sticks for the very best flavor!

Rudolph the Reindeer Rum Spritzer by The Purple Pumpkin Blog

Festive Christmas Cranberry Sangria by Creative Homemaking

Cranberry Limoncello Cosmo by Mighty Mrs.

Cranberry Mimosas by Ann’s Entitled Life

Cranberry Moscow Mule by Belly Full

Cranberry Punch by This Worthey Life

Mistletoe Cranberry Margaritas by A Grateful Meal

Sparkling Cranberry Vodka Punch by Boulder Locavore

Lemon Drop Jolly Pops by Life as a Strawberry

Crock Pot Slow Cooker Cranberry Cider by The Recipe Rebel

Christmas Cranberry Mojito by Oh My Creative

SALADS

Have you ever added cranberries to a salad? They taste great, especially in a winter salad with added apples or citrus slices. The added flavor is a tangy surprise that you are going to love.

Holiday Honeycrisp Salad by Five Heart Home