Try These Cranberry and Orange Dishes This Holiday Season!

The holiday season is the perfect time for flavors like cranberry and orange to shine. Their bright, tangy combination brings a fresh and festive touch to any recipe. Whether you’re baking for a gathering or just treating yourself, these recipes are a great way to embrace the season.

Orange Cranberry Sauce

A bowl of cranberry sauce with oranges and cinnamon. — Orange Cranberry Sauce. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

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Fresh Orange Cranberry Sauce brings together just four ingredients for a sweet-tart holiday classic. It’s simple to make and pairs well with any festive meal. Use it as a vibrant side dish or topping.
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Orange Cranberry Scones

Orange Cranberry Scones combine fresh and dried cranberries with zesty orange flavor. They bake up golden brown with a tender, crumbly texture. Great for breakfast or a snack.
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Cranberry Jalapeno Dip

Cranberry dip with crackers on a plate. — Cranberry Jalapeno Salsa. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Spice things up with a Cranberry Jalapeno Dip! This tangy salsa packs a spicy kick and pairs perfectly with cream cheese for an easy appetizer. Your guests will love the bold flavor!
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Mandarin Orange Caramel Crème

Mandarin Orange Crème Caramel is a smooth custard topped with a sweet and tangy orange caramel glaze. The citrusy orange scent makes it a treat for any orange lover. It’s the perfect dessert to enjoy at a leisurely pace.
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Pear and Cranberry Puff Pastry Pinwheels

Cranberries and pears in puff pastry. — Cranberry Pear Puff Pastry Pinwheels. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Pear Puff Pastry Pinwheels are perfect for your next party. Juicy pears, cheese, and cranberries wrapped in flaky pastry make these treats deliciously bitesize. Easy to make and even easier to devour!
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Spiced Cranberry Bread

Loaf of cranberry bread with glaze, resting on a wire rack. A few cranberries are scattered beside it, with a red cloth in the background. — Orange Cranberry Bread. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Spiced Orange Cranberry Bread is all about sweet-tart flavor. With orange zest and fresh cranberries, it’s a festive and flavorful treat you’ll want to bake again and again.
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Mandarin Orange Bundt Cake

This Mandarin Orange Bundt Cake can be made with fresh or canned mandarins and a sweet orange drizzle icing. It’s a refreshing citrus dessert, perfect for adding a fruity twist to your celebrations. Enjoy it as a flavorful treat for any occasion.
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Apple Cranberry Baked Oatmeal

Baked oatmeal topped with pecans, dried cranberries, and apple slices in a glass baking dish. — Baked Apple Cranberry Oatmeal. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Apple Cranberry Baked Oatmeal is your new breakfast favorite. Loaded with apples, cranberries, cinnamon, and brown sugar, it's even better with a drizzle of maple syrup. Mix, bake, and dig in!
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Mandarin Orange Scones

These Mandarin Orange Scones are packed with the juicy flavor of fresh mandarins. Simple to make, they’re a bright addition to your morning or afternoon snack. Each bite bursts with citrus goodness.
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Cranberry Crostini with Cream Cheese

A hand holds a piece of bread topped with white spread and a colorful, finely chopped mixture of vegetables and herbs. — Cranberry Crostini with Cream Cheese. Photo credit: Alternative Dish.

Cranberry Crostini with Cream Cheese is the ultimate holiday starter! Cream cheese and cranberry jalapeño salsa on homemade crostini make for an appetizer everyone will rave about.
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Orange Bundt Cake

This Orange Bundt Cake is moist, packed with citrus flavor, and includes raisins and walnuts. The optional orange glaze adds extra sweetness for those who want it. Great for dessert or as a teatime treat.
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Cranberry Tart

A chocolate almond flour tart case holds a cranberry coconut filling for a delicious holiday low carb and gluten free vegan dessert.
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Drop Biscuits with Orange Honey Butter

These Drop Biscuits with Orange Honey Butter are fluffy, light, and easy to make in under 30 minutes. No rolling or cutting required! The sweet citrus butter adds a special touch to these quick biscuits.
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Cranberry Pesto Stuffed Lamb

A plate of roasted meat slices topped with a red berry sauce, garnished with whole cranberries and herbs, on a dark wooden table with pinecones and greenery. — Cranberry Pesto Stuffed Lamb. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen

A simple cranberry pesto made with basil, mint, garlic and pine nuts makes this stuffed American lamb recipe a gorgeously festive and delicious winter dish perfect as a holiday dinner party centerpiece.
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Bourbon Cranberry Sauce

A bowl of cranberry sauce topped with orange peel, surrounded by cinnamon sticks, cranberries, and orange slices. — Bourbon Cranberry Sauce. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen

Looking for a twist to traditional cranberry sauce? This bourbon cranberry sauce recipe brings all the expected tart and zesty flavor with notes of caramel, vanilla and oak from the bourbon.
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French Chocolate Orange Tart

This French Chocolate Orange Tart features a vegan ganache and gluten-free crust. The rich chocolate and citrus pairing make it an elegant dessert. Perfect for special occasions or a treat-yourself moment.
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English Muffin Cranberry Casserole

English muffin casserole in small bowls with baking dish in the background. — English Muffin Cranberry Casserole. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This English muffin casserole is filled with sweet, tart cranberry sauce and creamy mascarpone cheese. Perfect for a holiday brunch!
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Apple Cranberry Muffins with Streusel Topping

Three apple cranberry muffins on a table. — Apple Cranberry Muffins with Streusel Topping. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Elevate your muffin game with these apple cranberry muffins topped with a delightful streusel. The combination of sweet apples and tart cranberries creates a delightful flavor balance, complemented by the crunchy streusel topping.
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Blood Orange Cake with Polenta and Rosemary

Blood Orange Cake with Polenta and Rosemary is a naturally gluten-free cake with a beautiful pink hue. It’s soft, citrusy, and works for both casual and formal gatherings. A unique dessert for all occasions.
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Pistachio Cranberry Cookies

Side view of a stack of cookies. — Pistachio Cranberry Cookies. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

These cookies offer a delightful combination of pistachios and cranberries. With a perfect balance of nuttiness and tangy sweetness, they are an excellent choice for cookie lovers seeking a unique, festive, delicious flavor profile.
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