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    20 Fresh Cranberry Recipes

    Published: Oct 16, 2018 · Modified: Nov 13, 2022 by Jeni · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    Cranberry season is officially here and I couldn't be more excited! Fresh cranberries can be used in so many different recipes. This post will share some unique recipes using fresh cranberries.

    Over the weekend, I attended the annual cranberry harvest at DeGrandchamp's Farm in South Haven, Michigan. It always amazes me how much work goes into harvesting the berries!

    To read more about how cranberries are harvested, check out my blog post about visiting a cranberry bog!

     

    Fresh cranberries are so versatile. Cranberries can be used in salads, smoothies, desserts and more!

    There are so many great fresh cranberry recipes out there. These 20 fresh cranberry recipes are perfect for the upcoming holiday season too!

    slow cooker cranberry sauce

    This Slow Cooker Cranberry Sauce is a great make-ahead side dish for your Thanksgiving day meal. 

    Cranberry sauce naturally sweetened with maple syrup and fresh orange juice. A favorite holiday recipe.

    CRANBERRY STUFFED SWEET POTATOES

    Cranberry Stuffed Sweet Potatoes combine two holiday side dishes in one! Baked sweet potatoes are topped with a delicious cranberry sauce!

    Cranberry Stuffed Sweet Potatoes combine two holiday side dishes in one!  #vegan #thanksgiving

    CRANBERRY PINEAPPLE SMOOTHIE

    This healthy Cranberry Pineapple Smoothie is only 5 ingredients and is sugar free!

    VEGAN CRANBERRY ORANGE PANCAKES

    These Vegan Cranberry Orange Pancakes would a perfect for a festive holiday breakfast!

    VEGAN CRANBERRY ORANGE SCONES

    These Vegan Cranberry Orange Scones are slightly sweet and tart. Perfect for a holiday breakfast!

    CRANBERRY HIBISCUS SAUCE

    Dried hibiscus flowers enhance the natural tartness of cranberries while freshly squeezed orange juice makes the sauce have a nice tang. This Cranberry Hibiscus Sauce is perfect for your holiday meal!

    Hibiscus Cranberry Sauce is the

    VEGAN PUMPKIN CRANBERRY CORNBREAD

    Vegan Pumpkin Cranberry Cornbread is perfect for making this fall and for Thanksgiving.

    Vegan Pumpkin Cranberry Cornbread is perfect for making this fall and for Thanksgiving. #vegan #pumpkin #recipes #Thanksgiving #fall

    VEGAN ORANGE CRANBERRY MUFFINS

    Light, fluffy Vegan Orange Cranberry Muffins are the perfect way to start your day! 

    Start you morning with a sweet, fluffy muffin with a wonderful orange aroma and fresh tart cranberries.

    VEGAN CRANBERRY ORANGE POUND CAKE

    This Vegan Cranberry Orange Pound Cake is moist, flavorful, and will soon become a favorite to bake during the holidays and winter months.

    This Vegan Cranberry Orange Pound Cake would be perfect for serving on Christmas! Your family will just love this pound cake. #vegan #dessert #Christmas #holiday #recipes

    FRESH CRANBERRY SMOOTHIE

    A fresh cranberry smoothie is the perfect way to start the day!

    BRAISED RED CABBAGE

    This festive Braised Red Cabbage with cranberries is the perfect addition to your holiday table!

    Add this festive Braised Red Cabbage with cranberries to your holiday table! #vegan #glutenfree

    CREAMY CRANBERRY SALSA DIP 

    This Creamy Cranberry Salsa is creamy, sweet, tangy, and a little spicy. Great for holiday entertaining.

    Ginger Cranberry Dressing

    This Ginger Cranberry Dressing takes less than 5 minutes to make!

    CRANBERRY CHILI WITH CINNAMON AND COCOA

    This Cranberry Chili is a unique way to use fresh cranberries!

    CRANBERRY BLUEBERRY CRISP

    This Cranberry Blueberry Crisp is perfect for a quick and easy holiday dessert.

    VEGAN CRANBERRY COFFEE CAKE

    Cranberries and orange zest add a fall seasonal twist to this Vegan Cranberry Coffee Cake that’s topped with a pecan and cinnamon topping.

    Seasonal twist on vegan coffee cake. Fresh cranberries and orange zest are the perfect pair in this fall and Thanksgiving inspired coffee cake. #vegan #thanksgiving

    Sugared cranberries

    Sugared cranberries are perfect for adding to your holiday desserts!

    CHRISTMAS BEER SANGRIA

    This festive Christmas Beer Sangria with fresh cranberries is perfect for all the beer lovers in your family.

    This festive Christmas Beer Sangria is perfect for all the beer lovers in your family.

    Cranberry Apple Pear Vegan Crumble

    This Cranberry Apple Pear Crumble is perfect for the holidays. Such a delicious combination of fruit!

    SLOW COOKER MULLED WINE

    Slow Cooker Mulled Wine is perfect for the holidays.

    Slow Cooker Mulled Wine is perfect for serving during the holidays or on a chilly night.
    Next time you are at the grocery store or farmers market, pick up a bag of fresh cranberries and try one of these 20 fresh cranberry recipes!

    XO Jeni 

    Fresh cranberries are so versatile. Cranberries can be used in salads, smoothies, desserts and more! There are so many great fresh cranberry recipes out there. These 20 fresh cranberry recipes are perfect for the upcoming holiday season too! #cranberry #fall #thanksgiving #vegan #recipes #healthyrecipes #Christmas #Holiday

     

     
    There are so many great fresh cranberry recipes out there. These 20 fresh cranberry recipes are perfect for the upcoming holiday season too!
    Fresh cranberries are so versatile. Cranberries can be used in salads, smoothies, desserts and more!
    Fresh cranberries are so versatile. Cranberries can be used in salads, smoothies, desserts and more! There are so many great fresh cranberry recipes out there. These 20 fresh cranberry recipes are perfect for the upcoming holiday season too!
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    1. Jenn

      October 16, 2018 at 1:40 pm

      Oh, I love cranberries! As soon as they hit the stores, I buy several bags each time I shop and stick them in my freezer so I never run out! Thanks for including my Cranberry Salsa Dip!

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    2. Cadry

      October 19, 2018 at 3:17 pm

      That's so fun that you visited a cranberry bog. I would love to do that someday. Thank you for including my cranberry salsa with tacos in your post. 🙂

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