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Get ready to elevate your Thanksgiving feast with a burst of tart and tangy deliciousness. Discover the secret to a cran-tastic celebration with these mouth-watering Thanksgiving cranberry recipes.
Best Cranberry Recipes for Thanksgiving
From classic cranberry sauce to tantalizing cranberry co*cktail drinks, we’ve got you covered. Delight your taste buds with creative concoctions like cranberry-stuffed muffins and cranberry cheesecake. This Thanksgiving, let dried cranberries be the star of the show.
1. Cranberry Cherry Compote
Elevate your Thanksgiving feast with this vibrant and flavorful addition that will leave everyone craving for more. This luscious concoction is ready in just 25 minutes.
Cranberry Cherry Compote
Thiscranberry cherry compoterecipe is tart, sweet, and rich, and only takes 25 minutes to make.
2. Cranberry Orange Cake
Savor the zesty explosion of flavors with this Cranberry Orange Cake. This delightful treat is perfect for gifting, snacking, and indulging on Thanksgiving mornings.
Cranberry Orange Cake
My cranberry orange cake is a celebration of bright seasonal flavors that's easy to make, moist, and so festive.
3. Broccoli Cranberry Salad
Be blown away by the incredible flavor combination of this Broccoli Cranberry Salad. This simple yet sensational salad is destined to be a Thanksgiving hit.
Serve these with brussels sprouts, mashed potatoes, or chicken broccoli casserole.
Broccoli cranberry salad
Broccoli cranberry salad is savory and sweet for amazing flavor in each bite. Broccoli salad has the best dressing and it is so simple.
Broccoli cranberry salad
4. Mixed Berry Cream Cheese Cake
Indulge in the ultimate dessert delight with this Mixed Berry Cream Cheese Cake. Elevate your Thanksgiving dessert table with this masterpiece.
Mixed Berry Cream Cheese Cake
In every mouthful you get cake, cheesecake and berries.
5. Cranberry Chocolate Chess Pie
Embark on a flavor adventure this Thanksgiving with this Cranberry Chocolate Chess Pie. Indulge in dessert magic that will have your taste buds singing with delight. You can even use frozen cranberries.
Cranberry Chocolate Chess Pie
The tangy brightness of cranberries combines with the richness of chocolate, custard, and cornmeal for a unique dessert.
6. Cranberry Pineapple Jello Salad
Add a burst of fruity goodness to your Thanksgiving feast with this Cranberry Pineapple Jello Salad. This sweet dish pairs perfectly with turkey and all the trimmings.
Cranberry Jello Salad
Cranberry Jello salad is the perfect dish to serve with turkey and more. You only need 3 ingredients to make this delicious jello salad.
Cranberry Jello Salad
7. Orange Cranberry Bread
This tangy and sweet quick bread requires minimal effort. The perfect addition to your Thanksgiving spread.
Cranberry Orange Bread
Cranberry orange bread recipe is a tangy and sweet quick bread that can be made with little effort. Your kitchen will smell amazing.
Cranberry Orange Bread
8. Cranberry Orange Muffins
Whether for a Thanksgiving breakfast or an afternoon snack. These Cranberry Orange Muffins are sure to be a crowd favorite that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Easy Cranberry Muffins Recipe
Try this easy and delicious Easy Cranberry Muffins Recipe next time you grab cranberries on sale. This is perfect for a breakfast or a snack around the holidays.
Easy Cranberry Muffins Recipe
9. Cranberry, Apple, and Walnut Conserve
Spread it on toast, slather it on turkey, or enjoy it straight from the spoon. This Cranberry, Apple, and Walnut Conserve is the perfect addition to your holiday table.
Cranberry, Apple, and Walnut Conserve
Adding the cranberries in three stages, along with crumbled nuts, results in a wonderful conserve with layers of texture and flavor.
10. Cranberry Chutney
Elevate your Thanksgiving feast with this tantalizing Cranberry Chutney. This delightful sauce alternative is loaded with a rich, vibrant taste.
Add a pinch of seasoning for added flavor. Heat with a medium saucepan.
Cranberry Chutney
Cranberry Chutney is sweet, tart and loaded with flavor. This cranberry sauce alternative is easy to make with simple ingredients.
Cranberry Chutney
11. Homemade Cranberry Sauce
Made with just 3 simple ingredients. This tangy and sweet Homemade Cranberry Sauce is the perfect accompaniment to elevate your Thanksgiving feast.
You can easily add crunch to this top by adding nuts. The total time to prepare this classic cranberry sauce.
Cranberry sauce
Cranberry sauce is so easy to make with just 3 ingredients. It is tangy, sweet and perfect for your holiday meal.
Cranberry sauce
12. Gingersnap Cranberry Lime Pie
Indulge in a slice of zesty decadence with this Gingersnap Cranberry Lime Pie. Embark on a taste adventure that will leave you craving for more this Thanksgiving.
Gingersnap Cranberry Lime Pie
Working with one of my favorite fruits, the cranberry, I’ve teamed them with a gingersnap cookie crust for a mouthwatering treat, myGingersnap Cranberry Lime Pie!
13. Fancy Cranberry Sauce
This Fancy Cranberry Sauce takes cranberries to a whole new level. Prepare for a taste sensation that will make your holiday meal delicious.
Fancy Cranberry Sauce
We dreamed of a sauce as sliceable and jiggly and fun as the retro canned stuff, but with deeper fruit flavor and more nuance.
14. Spiced Cranberry Buttermilk Bundt Cake
Satisfy your sweet cravings with this Spiced Cranberry Buttermilk Bundt Cake. This moist and fluffy cake is the ultimate treat to indulge in this Thanksgiving.
Spiced Cranberry Buttermilk Bundt Cake
Spiced buttermilk and cranberry bundt cake recipe, a healthy dessert idea perfect for Christmas or Thanksgiving.
15. Cranberry Linzer Tart
This Cranberry Linzer Tart will have your taste buds singing with delight. Indulge in a dessert that adds a touch of holiday magic to your Thanksgiving table.
Cranberry Linzer Tart
Cranberry Linzer Tart is a riff on the traditional tart made with raspberry filling.
16. Fig Cranberry Sauce
This delightful twist on a classic adds a touch of sophistication and a burst of sweet and tart flavors. Impress your guests with this delectable accompaniment.
Fig Cranberry Sauce
This is a rich, jammy cranberry sauce with dried figs and plenty of spices!
17. Cranberry Hand Pies
Fall in love with these Cranberry Hand Pies. With their petite size, they’re perfect for sharing the joy of the holiday season.
Cranberry Hand Pies
Rustic Cranberry Hand Pies feature a flaky crust and a delicious orange cranberry filling!
18. Cranberry Orange Walnut Relish
This easy-to-make delight combines tangy cranberries, zesty oranges, and crunchy walnuts. For a burst of flavor that will become a cherished staple on your holiday table.
Cranberry Orange Walnut Relish
This Cranberry Orange Walnut Relish is so easy to make and will definitely become a staple at your Thanksgiving table.
19. Sparkling Cranberry Brie Bites
Dazzle your taste buds with these Sparkling Cranberry Brie Bites. Add a touch of elegance to your Thanksgiving gathering with this bite-sized delight.
Sparkling Cranberry Brie Bites
Sparkling cranberry brie bites are made with sugared cranberries, crackers, jam, and brie cheese are a beautiful and easy holiday appetizer perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year’s Eve
20. Fresh Cranberry Relish
With just three ingredients, this Fresh Cranberry Relish is the perfect accompaniment to turkey, dressing, and all your Thanksgiving favorites.
Cranberry relish
Cranberry relish recipe has only 3 ingredients and goes perfectly with turkey, dressing and more. Make this for your next holiday meal.
Cranberry relish
21. Cranberry Shortbread Cookies
Get into the holiday spirit with these Cranberry Shortbread Cookies. These buttery delights are the perfect addition to your Thanksgiving dessert platters.
Cranberry Shortbread Cookies
The buttery shortbread pairs perfectly with the tartdried cranberriesmaking them a festive cookie for holiday dessert platters.
22. Cranberry Cobbler With Brown Sugar Pecan Crust
This Thanksgiving dessert is a treat for your taste buds, featuring a classic cobbler topping that perfectly complements the tangy cranberries.
Cranberry Cobbler
This cranberry cobbler is so delicious with the traditional cobbler topping followed by a brown sugar pecan crust added on top and baked until golden.
23. White Chocolate Cranberry Tart
Indulge in the ultimate holiday treat with this White Chocolate Cranberry Tart. This dessert combines the richness of creamy white chocolate with the tartness of cranberries.
White Chocolate Cranberry Tart
Easy white chocolate cranberry tart will be a showstopper on your holiday table!
24. Cranberry Chocolate Cream Tart
Whether enjoyed after a festive Thanksgiving feast or as a sweet treat throughout the holiday season. This tart is sure to impress your taste buds.
Cranberry Chocolate Cream Tart
Cranberry chocolate cream tart filled with cocoa-flavored mascarpone and topped with cranberry compote. A great holiday dessert to make all season long!
25. Cranberry Sangría Punch
Unleash the festive spirit with this Cranberry Sangría Punch. It’s the perfect libation to elevate your Thanksgiving gathering.
Cranberry Sangria Punch
This wintry, ruby-red spin onsangriais a staff favorite but comes with a warning: It goes down easy.
26. Fresh Cranberry Muffins
With an easy one-bowl preparation, these Fresh Cranberry Muffins are the perfect addition to your Thanksgiving spread.
Fresh Cranberry Muffins
Fresh Cranberry Muffins are loaded with tangy pops of cranberry ~ they’re a delicious way to celebrate the unique color and flavor of my favorite winter fruit.
27. Cranberry Apple Tarts
Whether it’s Thanksgiving or any holiday gathering, these Cranberry Apple Tarts are sure to dazzle and delight. Leaving a lasting impression on your guests.
Serve this apple tart with sweet potato casserole over medium heat. Perfect served with Thanksgiving Turkey.
Cranberry Apple Tart
I am a huge cranberry lover and these Easy Cranberry Apple Tarts would be a beautiful addition to your Thanksgiving table, Christmas dinner, or any holiday celebration all season long.
28. Slow Cooker Cranberry Pear Butter
This luscious butter is a versatile delight, perfect for spreading on warm toast. Even dolloping on pancakes, or even adding a spoonful to elevate your favorite Thanksgiving desserts.
Slow Cooker Cranberry Pear Butter
Sweet Autumn pears compliment tart cranberries in this wonderful cranberry pear butter spread, perfect for Thanksgiving, Friendsgiving or anytime you want to add a little sweet-tartness to your meal.
29. Cranberry Sausage Stuffing
Get ready to savor the essence of Thanksgiving with every mouth-watering forkful of this Cranberry Sausage Stuffing. Each bite is a delightful symphony of festive flavors.
The prep time is easy and this is so delicious.
Cranberry Sausage Stuffing
Cranberry Sausage Stuffing has every festive flavor of Thanksgiving baked into one savory, sweet, and very satisfying dish.
30. Cranberry Fluff Salad
Elevate your Thanksgiving feast with this Cranberry Fluff Salad, a side dish that simply can’t be missed. This delightful creation holds a special place on the holiday table.
Cranberry Fluff Salad
Cranberry Fluff Salad is practically a required side dish for Thanksgiving.
31. Cranberry Limeade Spritzer
Raise a glass to the holiday season with this Cranberry Limeade Spritzer. This fizzy concoction is the epitome of festive refreshment.
Cranberry Limeade Spritzer
ThisCranberry Limeade Spritzeris the perfect festive drink for any holiday party!
32. Cranberry Sweet Rolls With Orange Cream Cheese Icing
These rolls are the perfect balance of sweet and tart, with a delightful citrus twist. It’s time to savor the sweetness of Thanksgiving.
Cranberry Sweet Rolls
These easy cranberry sweet rolls are made with the same dough as cinnamon rolls and spread withhomemade cranberry sauce.
33. Cranberry Orange Pull-Apart Monkey Bread
Go bananas for this Cranberry Orange Pull-Apart Monkey Bread. You can enjoy it as a special Thanksgiving morning treat or a festive brunch centerpiece. This is delicious with fresh cranberries.
Serve this cake with cinnamon stick to enjoy for a full of flavor cinnamon.
Cranberry Orange Pull-Apart Monkey Bread
Cranberry Orange Pull-Apart Monkey Bread is a delicious easy semi-homemade Holiday breakfast treat loaded with fresh cranberries and a scrumptious orange cinnamon glaze
34. Cranberry Orange Buttermilk Pancakes
These Cranberry Orange Buttermilk Pancakes are a surefire way to kick off your Thanksgiving festivities. With a burst of joy and deliciousness.
Cranberry Orange Buttermilk Pancakes
This recipe will give you fluffy yet rich pancake perfection, and with the addition of the fresh cranberries, dried cranberries, and orange zest…it takes an already super delicious pancake to astronomical levels.
35. Cranberry White Chocolate Parfaits
Elevate your Thanksgiving dessert game with these heavenly Cranberry White Chocolate Parfaits. This dessert is both indulgent and refreshing.
36. Millionaire Cranberry Salad
Taste the millionaire’s delight with this Millionaire Cranberry Salad. Don’t miss out on the chance to elevate your holiday season with this scrumptious sensation.
Millionaire Cranberry Salad
Millionaire Cranberry Salad is a sweet and tart combination of vanilla, juicy pineapple, mini marshmallows, coconut flakes, and homemade cranberry sauce.
37. Cranberry Orange Rolls
Have your taste buds dancing with joy as you indulge in these Cranberry Orange Rolls. A Thanksgiving breakfast treat that’s gooey, tender, and utterly delicious. Add orange juice for added flavor.
Add orange zest or nutmeg for added flavor.
Cranberry Orange Rolls
Cranberry Orange Rolls are the perfect holiday breakfast! Filled with sweet and tart cranberry jam and topped with a delicious, sweet orange icing, these perfectly gooey and tender Orange Sweet Rolls are a family favorite
38. Cranberry Ginger Infused Gin
This Cranberry Ginger Infused Gin is sure to elevate your holiday spirits and become the highlight of your Thanksgiving celebration.The perfect 15 minute drink.
Cranberry Ginger Infused Gin
If you’re like me and are looking for a great, last-minute gift, infused alcohol is a fantastic gift for your spirited friends
39. Crockpot Cranberry Sauce
You only need 4 ingredients to make this delicious sauce. The slow cooker does all the work.
Crock pot Cranberry Sauce
Crockpot Cranberry Sauce is so easy in the slow cooker and delicious. With only 4 ingredients and hardly any work, you will love it.
Crock pot Cranberry Sauce
40. Turkey Cranberry Sliders
Use your leftover turkey and make this cranberry sliders recipe. These turkey sandwiches are the perfect lunch the next day.
Turkey Cranberry Sliders
If you are looking for ways to use Thanksgiving leftovers, make Turkey Cranberry Sliders. They are so delicious and easy to make. It is the perfect lunch to enjoy later in the week.
Turkey Cranberry Sliders
41. Cranberry Cake Recipe
This Cranberry Cake Recipe is the perfect cake recipe to enjoy in the morning or as a dessert. This is the best fresh cranberry recipes.
Cranberry Cake Recipe
Cranberry cake recipeis the perfect dessert or snack and so easy to make. Grab a slice and a cup of coffee for the best treat.
Whether you’re enjoying cranberry-infused muffins for breakfast or savoring a slice of cranberry-spiced cake for dessert. These cranberry recipes for Thanksgiving are sure to delight your taste buds and create lasting memories with loved ones.
Make one of these recipes for your Thanksgiving dinner. You can even serve them with leftover turkey sandwiches and more.
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