13 Palate Pleasing Cranberry Recipes For The Holidays

Celebrate the versatility of tart, firm cranberries with these creative recipes.

Cranberry Pecan Quinoa

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An elegant side dish for the holidays with roasted cranberries and pecans. Toss a double portion with spinach for a vegan meal. Get the recipe here.

Sweet Potato Brussels Sprout Salad with Cranberry Sauce

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This is a two-in-one dish, cranberry sauce + brussels sprouts = a better mix of both dishes. Get the recipe here.

Cranberry Pistachio Biscotti

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Give these as gifts, with a coffee shop gift card, wrap them and pop them in a beautiful mug, or just gather them in a cellophane bag and bow ‘n go. Get the recipe here.

Cranberry Lime Old Fashioned

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This Christmas version of the traditional cocktail includes whiskey, bitters, fresh cranberries, lime and a splash of seltzer. Get the recipe here.

Braised Lamb Chops with Cranberry Harissa Chutney

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Since it’s winter time, and with what else we all have to make for the Holidays, braised lamb chops are an easy and impressive dish. Get the recipe here.

Brie, Cranberry and Pancetta Phyllo Bites

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Generous portions of gooey brie are nestled into the bottom of each cup and then a dollop of the cranberry sauce is spooned on top. Get the recipe here.

Apple Cranberry Pecan Salad

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A fresh spinach salad tossed with crisp apple slices, sweet dried cranberries, juicy pomegranate seeds, and of course, pecan halves for that added crunch. Not to mention the most amazing lemon vinaigrette to give it that perfect hit of tanginess. Get the recipe here.

Steak and Brie Sliders with Balsamic Cranberry Sauce

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Extra special sliders with brie melted over short ribs. Get the recipe here.

Crockpot Cranberry Meatballs

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Cranberry sauce and pepper jelly give these meatballs a holiday flair. Get the recipe here.

Cranberry Banana Muffins

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Perfect for Christmas or anytime you can get fresh cranberries. Moist & full of flavor, without the need for eggs or dairy. Get the recipe here.

Orange Almond Waffles with Cranberry Syrup

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If you’re not already in the holiday spirit then grab a few oranges and some cranberries and get cookin’! You’re sure to start feeling it with a batch of these. Get the recipe here.