A Keto Cranberry Sauce with hints of orange, vanilla, and cinnamon that is super easy to make, and is ready in minutes. You're going to love this cranberry sauce for holidays and every day.
To complement this sauce, also make our easy Keto Gravy.
Serve it over mashed cauliflower and Keto Stuffing for traditional and comforting side dishes this Christmas.
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Why you'll love this recipe
You can't have a keto Thanksgiving without homemade keto cranberry sauce. This recipe uses only 5 ingredients, (plus water), and is ready in under ten minutes.
This low carb cranberry sauce has the perfect balance of tang, sweetness, and spice thanks to the combination of ingredients.
A perfect make-ahead recipe, saving you time this busy holiday season.
With only 3 net carbs per serving, you can enjoy a keto dessert after dinner.
Before serving your turkey and cranberry sauce, welcome your guest with our classic keto deviled eggs recipe or our keto stuffed mushrooms with cream cheese.
If you're looking for a good cranberry jam, you can strain out the large pieces of cranberries before this sauce is done cooling.
If you want a pureed sauce, blend the finished product in a high-speed blender when it's done cooling.
Key ingredients
Cranberries - We prefer using fresh cranberries but you can use frozen cranberries to make this recipe. When using frozen cranberries, you will need to cook them a little longer as they tend to have more moisture.
Orange zest - Many recipes will use orange juice, but the zest has a much stronger citrus flavor.
Vanilla extract - Most recipes don't include this, but it adds so much depth of flavor. It also perfectly complements the orange zest and tang of the cranberries.
Cinnamon - Adds a spicy warmth.
If you have any questions about the ingredients, please leave a comment below and we will get back to you.
While you're busy in the kitchen, keep your family and friends occupied with a beautiful keto charcuterie board.
How to make keto cranberry sauce
Step 1: Place all your ingredients in a small pot. Stir to combine and turn on your stove to medium heat.
Step 2: Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.
Step 3: Continue to boil until most of the cranberries have popped. Using a masher, mash your cranberries.
Step 4: Remove from the stove and allow to cool, then serve.
For the complete list of ingredients and instructions, please see the printable recipe card below.
Save room for keto friendly Thanksgiving desserts! Make our keto carrot cake or keto cheesecake.
Expert tips
We have used both Swerve and Lakanto as sweeteners in this recipe. We find that powdered sweeteners work best and the cranberry sauce doesn't crystallize after it's cooled.
The sauce will thicken as it cools, so remove it from the stove just before it has reached the consistency you prefer.
FAQs
Keto cranberry sauce will last in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks if properly stored. Cool the cranberry sauce to room temperature before transferring it to an airtight container and refrigerate.
Yes, homemade keto cranberry sauce freezes well. Store in an airtight container or freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months. It will store longer but it's best to use it within a few months for freshness.
Cool the cranberry sauce to room temperature before transferring it to an airtight container to freeze.
Yes! Cranberries are considered keto when enjoyed on a keto diet in moderation. Fresh cranberries are 87%-90% water and are made up of a small amount of carbohydrates and a good amount of fiber.
1 cup of raw cranberries (about 100g) has 12.2 grams of carbs and 4.6 grams of fiber.
Delicious ways to use leftover keto cranberry sauce
- Serve over our keto meatballs. The tang in the sauce works well with the fat in the meat.
- Brush it on your low carb meatloaf instead of ketchup.
- As a side with grilled keto pork chops. Pairs really well with pork dishes.
- Use it as a dressing on salads or incorporate into our keto broccoli salad.
- As a berry sauce on keto brownies. Drizzle some keto chocolate sauce on top for an extra special treat.
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📖 Recipe
Keto Cranberry Sauce
Equipment
Ingredients
- 12 ounces of fresh cranberries
- 1 cup powdered sugar-free sweetener
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon fresh orange zest
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a small pot and bring to a boil.
- Boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until most of the cranberries have popped.
- Using a masher, mash the cranberries.
- remove the pan from the heat and let it cool to room temperature. The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools.
- Serve warm or refridgerate and serve cold.
Michelle Flynn
Absolutely delicious- couldn't tell it was keto at all!
Four Score Living
Hi Michelle,
We're so glad you liked it. Thank you for taking the time to stop back by and let us know.
Happy Holidays,
The Four Score Living Team