19 Cranberry Recipes That Go Beyond the Sauce

Celebrate the tangy sweetness of cranberries with this vibrant collection of recipes. From savory dishes to decadent desserts, these recipes highlight the versatility of this seasonal favorite. Whether you’re planning a holiday spread or just want a burst of flavor, these cranberry recipes are guaranteed to impress.

Cranberry Balsamic Roast Beef

This bold-flavored Christmas cranberry balsamic roast isn’t hard to make. The flavors are just fantastic and it’s perfect for the holidays.
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Cranberry Orange Cheese Ball

This delicious cranberry orange cheese ball is so easy to make and it’s a great idea for an appetizer paired with crackers, bread or pretzels.
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Brie Cranberry Bites Appetizer

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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Air Fryer Whiskey, Sausage And Cranberry Stuffing

This air fryer whiskey, sausage and cranberry stuffing is so delicious. It comes out crispy outside and moist inside. Everyone will love this.
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Cranberry Tartlets

Perfect for Thanksgiving or another holiday, these easy and cute homemade cranberry tartlets offer a delicious sweet/tart flavor you’ll love.
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Cranberry Fluff

This sweet, tart and delicious cranberry fluff recipe is ideal for your Thanksgiving or Christmas table and can be dessert or a side dish.
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Sparkling Frosted Cranberry Cookies

Christmas cranberry cookies are sweet sugar cookies with cranberries on top. These sparkling frosted cranberry cookies are so good.
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Rustic Cranberry Galette

A warm golden brown raspberry cranberry galette is ideal for any occasion, from Christmas or Thanksgiving to a special event.
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Cranberry Chicken Thighs

Festive, one-pan Cranberry Chicken is made with juicy, crispy chicken thighs and a delicious tart and savory cranberry sauce.
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White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies

These white chocolate cranberry cookies are super chewy and loaded with sweet white chocolate chips and tart dried cranberries!
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Cranberry Muffins

These fresh cranberry muffins are so quick and easy to make, and they really bring the holiday spirit with their tart and sweet flavor!
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Cranberry Cheesecake

Cranberry Cheesecake has a creamy filling swirled with cranberry sauce and topped with whipped cream. It’s tangy, sweet, and irresistible!
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Cranberry Bars

These cranberry bars are one of my favorite simple Thanksgiving dessert recipes. Ready in just over an hour!
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Cranberry Pie

This fall-themed Cranberry Pie has a delightful cranberry orange filling, and cute pie crust pieces on top to really make it festive!
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Herbed Cranberry Chicken

This elegant herbed cranberry chicken is a hearty and flavorful chicken dish that would impress any and all guests!
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Cranberry Meatballs

Whip up these delicious classic Cranberry Meatballs for the upcoming holidays. Completely homemade, super simple and bursting with savory-sweet flavor!
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Cranberry Baked Brie

This cranberry baked brie is an EASY 15-minute appetizer that’s filled AND topped with richly spiced orange-scented cranberry sauce.
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Cranberry Apple Coleslaw

This Cranberry Apple Coleslaw is refreshingly crunchy, sweet, AND tart all in one. It’s a great accompaniment to any protein or for a potluck dinner!
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Cranberry Cream Cheese Stuffed Flank Steak

How does cranberry cream cheese stuffed flank steak sound as a Christmas dinner dish? It’s such a great recipe for stuffed flank steak.
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