16 Cranberry Recipes Everyone Will Be Craving This Holiday Season

Cranberries bring a bright pop of color and flavor to any table, making them a standout ingredient during the holiday season. Their tangy sweetness pairs beautifully with both savory dishes and festive treats, and they shine just as much in cocktails, breads, and appetizers. If you’re looking to add something vibrant, delicious, and easy to your holiday lineup, this collection has plenty of tasty ideas that celebrate everything we love about cranberries.

Instant Pot Cranberry Sauce

A square white bowl filled with cranberry sauce, garnished with orange slices, whole cranberries, cinnamon sticks, and rosemary. A wooden spatula and floral-patterned towel are nearby. — Instant Pot Cranberry Sauce . Photo credit: Trop Rockin.

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Skip the canned version and make a fresh batch of cranberry sauce right in your Instant Pot. It cooks in under 30 minutes and uses simple ingredients like cranberries, orange juice, cinnamon, and sugar. The result is a tangy and sweet sauce that tastes amazing with turkey, on sandwiches, or even on biscuits for breakfast.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Cranberry Sauce

Jalapeño Cranberry Dip

This creamy dip balances sweet cranberries, spicy jalapeño, and a smooth, tangy base for a fun and flavorful holiday appetizer. It comes together quickly and adds a festive kick to any spread.
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Just Like Starbucks Cranberry Bliss Bars Copycat Recipe

Three stacked dessert bars with white frosting, dried cranberries, and white chocolate chips, set against a festive background with red ornaments and a pink cloth. — Just Like Starbucks Cranberry Bliss Bars Copycat Recipe. Photo credit: Xoxo Bella .

These white chocolate cranberry bars taste just like the famous café treat. They are soft, sweet, and packed with cranberries and creamy white chocolate, making them a perfect dessert for gifting or sharing.
Get the Recipe: Just Like Starbucks Cranberry Bliss Bars Copycat Recipe

Leftover Turkey Hand Pies with Cranberry and Boursin

A plate with a halved pastry filled with turkey and stuffing, served with cranberry sauce and a sprig of parsley; gravy and extra cranberry sauce in small bowls nearby. — Leftover Turkey Hand Pies with Cranberry and Boursin. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Turn holiday leftovers into something delicious with these flaky hand pies filled with turkey, creamy Boursin, and sweet cranberry. They are easy to make and great for quick lunches or cozy dinners after the holidays.
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Lemon Cranberry Cheesecake Bars

A plate of cranberry lemon cheesecake bars garnished with lemon slices and cranberries, set on a wooden surface with sliced lemons nearby. — Lemon Cranberry Cheesecake Bars. Photo credit: Thriving In Parenting.

These cheesecake bars blend creamy filling, a buttery crust, and a bright lemon cranberry topping. Every bite is sweet, tart, and incredibly refreshing, making them a beautiful choice for any occasion.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Cranberry Cheesecake Bars

Orange Cranberry Scones

Packed with fresh and dried cranberries plus vibrant orange flavor, these scones bake up golden and tender with perfectly crumbly edges. They make a cozy breakfast or afternoon snack.
Get the Recipe: Orange Cranberry Scones

Perfect Cranberry Cosmopolitan Cocktail

A pink cocktail in a coupe glass garnished with a lemon slice, with a splash of liquid and lemon wedges in a bowl in the background on a dark wooden surface. — Perfect Cranberry Cosmopolitan Cocktail. Photo credit: xoxo Bella .

This cranberry cosmopolitan is bright, refreshing, and so fun for get-togethers. It mixes sweet and tart flavors into a pretty cocktail that always feels party ready.
Get the Recipe: Perfect Cranberry Cosmopolitan Cocktail

Pineapple Cranberry Brie Crescent Ring

A round baked pastry cut into slices surrounds a bowl of dark red dipping sauce, garnished with sprigs of rosemary on a wooden surface. — Pineapple Cranberry Brie Crescent Ring. Photo credit: xoxo Bella .

This crescent ring combines melty brie, sweet pineapple, and cranberry for a gorgeous appetizer that looks impressive but takes very little effort. It is perfect for holiday entertaining.
Get the Recipe: Pineapple Cranberry Brie Crescent Ring

Pumpkin Cranberry Bread

A loaf of pumpkin bread with icing sits next to two slices and a cup of tea on a light blue wooden surface. A small white pumpkin is in the background. — Pumpkin Cranberry Bread. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This cozy quick bread is full of pumpkin flavor, tart cranberries, and warm spices. It is moist, fragrant, and perfect with tea or coffee on a chilly day.
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Cranberry Bread

Quinoa Cranberry Salad

A close-up of a quinoa salad with red onion slices, feta cheese, dried cranberries, and walnuts in a bowl, with a spoon. — Quinoa Cranberry Salad. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

This fresh and colorful salad features fluffy quinoa, sweet cranberries, and vibrant mix ins for a simple but satisfying dish that works for lunch or as a festive side.
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Roasted Cranberry Broccoli Salad

A salad bowl with broccoli, croutons, cubed squash, dried cranberries, sliced almonds, pumpkin seeds, and pink dressing on a blue surface. — Roasted Cranberry Broccoli Salad. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This flavorful salad brings together roasted cranberries, butternut squash, crunchy almonds, pepitas, and crisp broccoli. It is hearty, colorful, and full of fall flavors.
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Rustic Cranberry Galette

A rustic berry galette topped with sugared cranberries and mint leaves, surrounded by fresh berries and mint on a white table. — Rustic Cranberry Galette. Photo credit: Xoxo Bella .

This rustic galette features a flaky crust filled with juicy cranberries and raspberries. It is warm, beautiful, and easy enough for weeknights but special enough for holidays.
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Spiced Cranberry Orange Jam

A glass jar filled with cranberry jam sits on a wooden board with a gold spoon inside. Nearby are orange slices, a cinnamon stick, and a piece of bread spread with jam. — Spiced Cranberry Orange Jam. Photo credit: Xoxo Bella .

Sweet, citrusy, and lightly spiced, this homemade jam pairs perfectly with toast, pastries, or cheese boards. It also makes a thoughtful edible gift.
Get the Recipe: Spiced Cranberry Orange Jam

Spiked Pineapple Cranberry Sauce

This cranberry sauce gets a fun twist with pineapple and bourbon, creating a sweet and tangy side with a grown up kick. It goes great with holiday appetizers and main dishes.
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Easy Cranberry Salad with Pecans

A bowl of mixed green salad with crumbled cheese, pecans, and dried cranberries, with a fork placed inside the bowl. — Easy Cranberry Salad with Pecans. Photo credit: Urban Farmie.

This fresh salad brings together crunchy pecans, creamy goat cheese, sweet cranberries, and a zesty dressing. It is packed with textures and ready in just minutes.
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Elevated Canned Cranberry Sauce

A white bowl filled with dark red sauce garnished with orange zest, set beside a gold spoon and a halved orange on a white surface. — Elevated Canned Cranberry Sauce. Photo credit: Urban Farmie.

Give canned cranberry sauce a flavorful upgrade with this quick recipe that uses just five ingredients. It adds freshness, texture, and brightness with almost no effort.
Get the Recipe: Elevated Canned Cranberry Sauce