Sweet and Savory Cranberry Recipes to Try

Sweet and savory cranberry recipes are perfect for everything from holiday meals to everyday snacks. Whether you’re going for bold flavors or something simple, these ideas make great use of cranberries’ tangy kick. They’re easy to pull together and sure to stand out on any table.

Cranberry Jalapeno Dip

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

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Spice things up with Cranberry Jalapeno Dip! This tangy, spicy salsa pairs perfectly with cream cheese for a quick and easy appetizer your guests will love.
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Orange Cranberry Scones

A cranberry scone placed on a white plate with two orange slices and a fork beside it. A striped cloth and another plate with food are visible in the background. — Orange Cranberry Scones. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Orange Cranberry Scones are packed with cranberries and a touch of orange flavor. They bake to a golden, crumbly perfection, great for breakfast or tea.
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Apple Cranberry Galette

A pie with apples and cranberries on a wooden board. — Apple Cranberry Galette. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Fall in love with Apple Cranberry Galette! This easy, rustic pie features a flaky crust, fresh apple slices, and tart cranberries. No pie dish needed—just good vibes and great taste!
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Orange Cranberry Sauce

A bowl of cranberry sauce garnished with orange zest and two cinnamon sticks, placed on a napkin with a spoon next to it. Oranges and cranberries are in the background. — Orange Cranberry Sauce. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Orange Cranberry Sauce is a holiday hit! It’s the perfect balance of sweet and tart with just four ingredients. Serve it up and watch it disappear in no time!
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Apple Cranberry Oatmeal with Cinnamon

A bowl of oatmeal with fruit and milk. — Apple Cranberry Oatmeal. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Kick off your day with Apple Cranberry Oatmeal with Cinnamon. It’s a warm bowl of sweet apples, cinnamon, and nutmeg that’s perfect for chilly mornings with the family.
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Pumpkin Cranberry Bread

A loaf of pumpkin bread with icing, partially sliced, is placed next to a cup of tea on a light blue wooden surface. A small white pumpkin and a cloth are in the background. — Pumpkin Cranberry Bread. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Pumpkin Cranberry Bread is a homemade bread lover’s dream. It's the perfect sweet bread to enjoy with tea, full of pumpkin, tart cranberries, and cozy spices. A treat you won’t want to miss!
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Apple Cider Baked Apples with Cranberries

A baked apple with a topping on top. — Apple Cider Baked Apples. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Warm up with Apple Cider Baked Apples, packed with pecans and juicy cranberries in a cinnamon cider glaze. Fresh from the oven, it’s a cozy treat you’ll want to grab while it’s still hot!
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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 bite-sized. Easy to make and even easier to devour!
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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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Cranberry Apple Fruit Salad

A close-up of a fruit salad in rectangular white dishes, featuring pomegranate seeds, apple chunks, and mint leaves, with a larger bowl of the same salad in the background. — Cranberry Fruit Salad. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Brighten up your spread with Cranberry Apple Fruit Salad. This colorful mix of cranberries, apples, oranges, and pomegranate seeds is a tasty addition to any holiday table.
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Spiced Cranberry Bread

Sliced cranberry bread on a wire rack with fresh cranberries in the background. — Spiced 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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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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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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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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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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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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Cranberry Chocolate Chip Cookies

Picture your beloved chocolate chip cookie with a delightful twist—soft and chewy centers, crispy edges, and gooey chocolate chips complemented by bursts of sweet-tart fresh cranberries. These Cranberry Chocolate Chip Cookies provide a unique and festive take on a classic, making them a wonderful addition to your holiday cookie repertoire.
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Green Beans with Cranberries, Bacon & Goat Cheese

A plate of sautéed green beans with bacon, cranberries, and crumbled cheese. — Green Beans with Cranberries, Bacon & Goat Cheese. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen

These green beans with cranberries, bacon and goat cheese are a healthy addition to your Thanksgiving table that doesn’t skimp on flavor.
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Baked cranberry cheesecake

A slice of cheesecake with cranberry sauce on top. — Baked cranberry cheesecake. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

This one-bowl cranberry cheesecake has a buttery crust filled with a smooth and creamy filling, topped with orange cranberry sauce.
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Cornbread Chestnut Stuffing

A casserole dish filled with stuffing, topped with fresh sage and cranberries. — Cornbread Chestnut Stuffing. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen

This chestnut stuffing is made with toasted cubes of homemade cornbread and filled with sausage, mushrooms, fennel, cranberries and fresh winter herbs like rosemary and sage.
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Cranberry White Chocolate Chip Cookies

Stack of three cookies with cranberries and white chocolate, tied with a brown ribbon, on a wooden surface with a black slate in the background. — Cranberry White Chocolate Chip Cookies. Photo credit: Recipes From Leftovers

Cranberry White Chocolate Chip Cookies offer a delightful mix of tart and sweet in every bite. The cranberries provide a burst of tangy flavor, wonderfully complemented by the creamy richness of white chocolate chips. These cookies are a festive treat, perfect for holiday gatherings or as a special treat during the colder months.
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Instant Pot Mulled Wine

Mulled Wine inside wine glasses with fresh rosemary. — Instant Pot Mulled Wine. Photo credit: Low Carb - No Carb.

Spiced and warming 1 minute only Instant Pot Mulled Wine Recipe enriched with fresh cranberries for your festive season. Fully low carb, gluten-free and sugar-free cold weather cocktail to fully warm you up.
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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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Unsweetened Homemade Cranberry Juice Recipe

Learn how to create a fruity beverage with Homemade Cranberry Juice Recipe using fresh or frozen cranberries. This homemade recipe can capture the natural essence of cranberries for a pure and vibrant drink. Make cranberry juice at home to experience a refreshingly tart experience.
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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 flavor profile that is both festive and delicious.
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