Cranberry sauce is one of those things that come this time of year, I make a small batch every week and put it on all.the.things. I just love the stuff. I also sit here asking myself why I limit it to a seasonal thing?
There’s no rule out there that says cranberries are only edible in November/December so why I don’t make it year round is beyond me. Truth is, cranberry sauce improves pretty much everything it touches…chicken/turkey dinners, sandwiches, wraps, even Greek yogurt.
Instead of the usual small weekly batches, I decided to make it in the slow cooker this time around.
A simple 5 ingredient slow cooker cranberry sauce recipe that everyone needs in their fall arsenal. Not only is it great for Thanksgiving (and one less thing that takes up precious stove top space), it’s really just a great sauce to have on hand for everything!
To go along with this 5 ingredient slow cooker cranberry sauce, I’m back with my blogging friends bringing you 6 healthy holiday sides this month.
Whether they hit your Thanksgiving, Christmas or just weeknight winter dinner table, you’re not going to want to miss any of these!
This salad has all the ingredients you’ll want in a fall dish! Packed with chopped kale, roasted squash, pomegranate seeds, toasted pecans and topped with a super easy & delicious maple balsamic for the absolute perfect Thanksgiving salad!
Still looking for more holiday recipe inspiration? Here are 100 healthy Thanksgiving recipes to help you in the process!
Combine all ingredients in a slow cooker and toss to combine.
Cook on low for 3-4 hours, stir with a wooden spoon or spatula at the end to break up/mash the cranberries.
I LOVE that this is made in the slow cooker! I bet it makes your house smell so good all day, and it’s so much healthier than the canned stuff! Pinned!
Love cranberry sauce!! I’m with you in that I can eat it year round! Loving that you made this in the slow cooker. Such a gorgeous dish.
Man, I am loving this collection that you all put together! And especially your cranberry sauce made in a slow cooker! How clever is that?
Dear Gina, This cranberry sauce looks amazing. Can’t believe it’s made in the slow cooker. (Now why didn’t I think of that?) :) Great space saver and so delicious. Unique recipe collection for the holidays, thank you!
What a great use of the slow cooker!
I’ve never tried cranberry sauce in the slow cooker, definitely adding it to the list this year!
I love the simple ingredient list and the maple syrup in place of sugar! And all of these side dishes look fantastic!
I am so excited about all these Thanksgiving recipes! I love that the cranberry sauce is in the slow cooker, looks delicious!
Can i make it the day before?
so do you serve it warm?
You can serve it warm, room temperature or cold – whatever you prefer for your cranberry sauce.