Instant Pot Cranberry Sauce
Ingredients
- 12 ozcranberries
- 2 ½ tsporange zest from a large orange
- ¼ csqueeze orange juice from a large orange
- 2 tbspmaple syrup or honey
- A pinch salt
- Roughly ½ cup – 1 cup
white sugar, 115g – 152g
Directions
- 1
Wash Cranberries: Remove the stems. Rinse cranberries under cold running water. Discard the soft, discolored & wrinkly ones.
- 2
Pressure Cook Cranberries: Combine 2 tbsp (30ml) maple syrup and ¼ cup (65 ml) orange juice, then pour in Instant Pot. Add 2 ½ teaspoons (12 g) orange zest and place 10oz (280g) cranberries in Instant Pot. Reserve the other 2oz (60g) cranberries. Close lid, then turn Venting Knob to Sealing position. Pressure Cook at High Pressure for 1 minute + 7 minutes Natural Release. Open lid carefully.
- 3
Make Cranberry Sauce: Press Cancel, then Sauté button. Stir and break the cranberries with a wooden spoon. Add in the remaining cranberries and ½ cup (115g) of white sugar, then stir. The heat will instantly melt the sugar to form a thick cranberry sauce. Add a pinch of salt. Taste and add more sugar if desired.
- 4
Serve: Serve cold or warm with your favorite dish (see beginning of post for ideas). Enjoy~ :).
Instant Pot Cranberry Sauce
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About this Recipe
Easy & Delicious Instant Pot Cranberry Sauce
Say goodbye to bland, canned cranberry sauce and hello to vibrant, homemade flavor with this incredible Instant Pot Cranberry Sauce! This recipe transforms fresh cranberries into a perfectly tangy-sweet spread in just 20 minutes, leveraging the magic of your Instant Pot for a hands-off, fuss-free experience.
What makes this homemade cranberry sauce truly special is its bright, zesty character, thanks to fresh orange juice and orange zest. This citrusy punch beautifully complements the cranberries' natural tartness, creating a complex flavor profile that's far superior to anything from a can. You have full control over the sweetness, allowing you to tailor it perfectly to your liking with white sugar and an optional touch of maple syrup or honey.
This isn't just a holiday side dish; its versatility knows no bounds! Use it as a delightful jam-like spread on toast or scones, a vibrant topping for yogurt, oatmeal, or even ice cream. It makes an excellent sweet and tart filling for pastries or thumbprint cookies, and can even be thinned slightly to create a fantastic glaze for roasted meats like pork or chicken. For a quick breakfast boost, swirl a spoonful into your morning smoothie. With its bright flavor and vibrant color, this easy cranberry sauce is a delightful addition to countless meals throughout the year.
Tips for Perfect Cranberry Sauce:
- Adjust Sweetness: Taste the sauce after cooking and before it fully cools. If you prefer it sweeter, stir in a little more sugar or maple syrup while it's still warm to dissolve.
- Spiced Variations: For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a cinnamon stick, a few cloves, or a pinch of ground ginger to the pot before cooking.
- Consistency Control: If you prefer a thinner sauce, you can add a splash of water or orange juice after cooking. For a thicker, more jam-like consistency, simply cook it down on the Sauté function for a few minutes after pressure cooking, if needed, though it thickens considerably upon cooling.
Embrace the ease and incredible taste of making your own Instant Pot cranberry sauce and elevate your culinary creations!