Keto Cranberry Sauce

This Keto Cranberry Sauce is easy to make in one pot with cranberries, fresh citrus and cinnamon. Takes just 15 minutes to make and perfect for Thanksgiving or any holiday meal! Gluten-free, vegan, low carb and sugar-free.

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Updated November 2020

Easy Keto Cranberry Sauce Recipe

Thanksgiving dinner is not complete without a juicy roasted turkey and some low carb cranberry sauce at the dinner table. Did you know that fresh cranberry sauce is super easy to make and tastes way better than the jellied stuff in the can.

My kids are crazy about this apple cranberry sauce and slow cooker cranberry sauce we make every year and they had no idea this healthy cranberry sauce was sugar free. It takes only 5 minutes of prep time and you’ll only need 4 ingredients.

Why we love this sugar-free cranberry sauce recipe

This fresh cranberry sauce recipe takes just 5 minutes of prep time and is just as convenient as the store-bought stuff!

Plus, it’s made with wholesome ingredients and nobody will be able to tell that it’s healthier, low carb, sugar-free, keto, paleo, vegan, gluten free and fits into a diabetic friendly diet.

Ingredients you need

This keto cranberry sauce is super simple to make and only requires 4 ingredients:

• Cranberries: we like to use fresh but frozen works as well. You may need to adjust the cooking time since there will be extra water.
• Lakanto sugar-free maple syrup: a sugar-free sweetener that resembles the texture and taste of pure maple syrup. You can definitely sub with maple syrup for paleo or other liquid sweetener of your choice.
• Lemon juice and lemon zest: we prefer using Meyer lemons for this cranberry sauce recipe since they are less tart but you can also sub with fresh orange juice and orange zest from half an orange
• Ground cinnamon: for the best flavor.
• Water:  as needed until desired consistency

How to make Keto Cranberry Sauce

1. Add ingredients to a pot: Combine cranberries, orange juice & zest, maple syrup and cinnamon in a saucepan. Heat over medium heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until berries pop and sauce thickens. Add water, as needed until desired consistency.
2. Cool and serve: Cool completely. Serve at room temperature or refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days ahead.

Can low carb cranberry sauce be made ahead of time?

Yes, you can make this keto cranberry sauce up to 5 days in advance. Pour the cranberry sauce into a glass-container and seal with a lid. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Can cranberry sauce be frozen?

To freeze fresh cranberry sauce, simply transfer to an airtight container and store in the freezer for up to 2 months.

How to reheat cranberry sauce

To reheat, thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat in a saucepan over low heat.

Cranberry sauce variations

Spices: Add some cozy warm spices such as nutmeg, cloves or add some fresh cinnamon sticks.

Sweetener: Not a fan of maple syrup? Use coconut sugar, honey (if not vegan) or leave it out entirely for a Whole30 cranberry sauce.

Lemon juice: Not a fan of orange? Use Meyer lemons or regular lemons for some extra brightness.

How to use up leftover cranberry sauce:

Looking for ways to use up your leftover cranberry sauce? Serve with some meatballs, turkey sandwich or use it in my Cranberry Shortbread Bars.

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Keto Cranberry Sauce

Prep Time

5 mins

Cook Time

15 mins

Total Time

20 mins

 

This Homemade Cranberry Sauce is easy to make in one pot with cranberries, fresh citrus and cinnamon. Takes just 15 minutes to make and perfect for Thanksgiving or any holiday meal! Gluten-free, vegan, low carb and sugar-free.

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: christmas, cranberry sauce, keto, low carb, paleo, thanksgiving

Servings: 12 servings

Calories: 26 kcal

Author: Kelly

Ingredients

• 4 cups fresh cranberries (about 12 ounces , frozen works as well but you may need to adjust the cooking time and amount of sweetener used
• 1/4 cup Lakanto sugar-free maple syrup , you can also sub with maple syrup for paleo or other liquid sweetener of your choice.
• zest and juice of half a Meyer lemon
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• water , as needed to desired consistency

Instructions

For the Stove-top Method:

1. Add cranberries, lemon juice & zest, sweetener and cinnamon in a saucepan.

   Heat over medium heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until berries pop and sauce thickens. Stir in water, (2-3 tablespoons at a time, as needed to desired consistency).

   

2. Cool completely. Serve at room temperature or refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days ahead.

   

Recipe Notes

How to make ahead:

You can make this keto cranberry sauce up to 5 days in advance. Pour the cranberry sauce into a glass-container and seal with a lid. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

How to freeze:

To freeze fresh cranberry sauce, simply transfer to an airtight container and store in the freezer for up to 2 months.

How to reheat

To reheat, thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat in a saucepan over low heat.

Nutrition Facts

Keto Cranberry Sauce

Amount Per Serving (1 g)

Calories 26

% Daily Value*

Carbohydrates 7g2%

Fiber 2g8%

Sugar 2g2%

* Nutrition facts are provided as a courtesy using the WPRM recipe calculator. It is best to make your own calculations to ensure accuracy. We expressly disclaim any and all liability of any kind with respect to any act or omission wholly or in part in reliance on anything contained in this website. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.