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19 Cranberry Recipes That Refuse to Be Just Sauce

Cranberries are good for more than just sauce. They bring bold flavor to casseroles, pies, cakes, and all kinds of dishes. From sweet treats to savory meals, these recipes show off just how versatile this little berry really is. Enjoy a baked oatmeal full of fresh and dried cranberries, as well as scones and breads.

Apple Cider Baked Apples With Cranberries

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

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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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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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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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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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Cranberry Jalapeno Dip

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

Turn up the heat with Cranberry Jalapeno Dip! This tangy salsa with a spicy kick pairs perfectly with cream cheese for a super easy appetizer. Your guests will love the zing!
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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! With just four ingredients, it’s the perfect balance of sweet and tart. Serve it up and watch it disappear in no time!
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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 bursting with cranberries and a hint of orange flavor. They bake up golden and crumbly, making them a breakfast or teatime favorite.
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Cranberry Tart

Cranberry tart decorated with berries on a glass cake stand.
Cranberry Tart. Photo credit: Keto Vegetarian Recipes.

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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Cranberry Coconut Granola

Cranberry granola on a white plate next to a cup of coffee.
Cranberry Coconut Granola. Photo credit: Divalicious Recipes.

A tasty keto cranberry granola with coconut, lime and nuts with almond butter makes a delicious egg-free breakfast or snack.
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Stuffing Muffins with Cranberries

Stuffing muffins on a plate with apples, cranberries, sausage and sage.
Stuffing Muffins with Cranberries. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

These stuffing muffins are filled with sweet Italian sausage, apples, cranberries, sage and pine nuts for a fun alternative to traditional stuffing in the perfect portion size.
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Pickled Cranberries

Two jars of pickled cranberries on a kitchen towel.
Pickled Cranberries. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Cranberry lovers will swoon over these quick pickled cranberries! Uses are endless for these sweet, tart gems from adding to drinks, topping cooked meats or, displaying on a charcuterie board.
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Cranberry Curd Tart

A cranberry curd tart on a plate with rosemary sprigs and candied lemon slices.
Cranberry Curd Tart. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This cranberry curd tart features a smooth sweet and tart cranberry curd filling inside a gluten-free oat and nut-based crust that results in a stunningly delicious and festive holiday dessert.
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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 a deliciously bite-sized treat. Easy to make and even easier to devour!
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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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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.
Get the Recipe: Winter Fruit Salad

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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Brie Cranberry Bites Appetizer

Close-up of baked pastry appetizers filled with cheese, jam, and topped with chopped nuts and sprigs of rosemary.
Brie Cranberry Bites Appetizer. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

The creaminess of brie cheese pairs beautifully with the sweet flavour of cranberry sauce in these brie cranberry bites in puff pastry.
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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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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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