24 Festive Recipes That Prove Cranberry-Orange Is the Perfect Flavor Pairing Brighten even the gloomiest days with these fruity recipes. By Hayley Sugg Published on December 20, 2024 Close Credits: Oana Ennis/Allrecipes Tart cranberry and sweet orange are two flavors simply meant for each other. When paired in treats like cookies, cakes, and breads, or even savory options like relish and meatballs, the two fruits become better together. A particularly popular duo in the fall and winter, you can also enjoy most of these recipes year-round by using frozen cranberries found at any well-stocked grocery store. 01 of 25 Cranberry-Orange Muffins Kim's Cooking Now "These cranberry-orange muffins are not overly sweet, and big on flavor," says recipe creator Jedimom. "Lots of tart cranberries and sweet orange juice/zest kick the flavor up. Best when made with fresh cranberries, fresh orange juice, and lots of pulp!" View Recipe Save 02 of 25 Cranberry-Orange Scones with Walnuts Jeannette "The cranberry, orange, and walnut combination is perfect for Christmas morning," says recipe creator Jeannette. "These scones can be made ahead but should be warmed in the oven to maintain the shortbread-like texture." She suggests serving them with a cup of tea or mug of mulled cider. View Recipe Save 03 of 25 Easy Cranberry Orange Relish Marianne You only need four simple ingredients to whip up this ultra easy cranberry-orange relish. One bite and you'll be asked to bring it to every family holiday. View Recipe Save 04 of 25 Cranberry Orange Bread SunnyDaysNora Is this cranberry-orange bread breakfast, snack, or dessert? It's all three — or just whatever you want it to be. "This just came out of the oven, and WOW is it good," wrote recipe reviewer ceejae. View Recipe Save 05 of 25 Cranberry Orange Cookies Kimberly Kahmann Harvey Just the right amount of tart and sweet, these tangy cookies are a holiday favorite. Reviewer MJones says, "Oh my goodness these are THE BEST! I usually make cranberry orange bread during the holidays, but from now on I'm making these cookies instead." View Recipe Save 06 of 25 Cranberry Orange Duck Jocelyn A whole bag of cranberries and an entire orange are used for this ultra-savory duck recipe. The inside is stuffed with Chinese five-spice and chopped oranges, while the skin is coated in a sweet cranberry sauce that creates an extra crispy texture. View Recipe Save 07 of 25 Cranberry Orange Loaf momonmama Zesty cranberries, heady orange rind, and crunchy pecans are the delicious trio behind this sweet bread recipe. As a bonus, it's even better the next day. 20+ Loaf Cake Recipes That Are Simply Irresistible View Recipe Save 08 of 25 Cranberry-Orange Biscotti Lela The perfect accompaniment to a strong cup of coffee or tea, these toothsome biscotti are infused with orange extract, dried cranberries, and fresh orange zest. These make great holiday gifts when wrapped up in clear packaging and paired with a box of tea bags. 40 Coffee Shop Drinks and Treats You Can Make at Home View Recipe Save 09 of 25 Cranberry Orange Cake lutzflcat Each slice is studded with fresh cranberries and flavored with orange zest. You won't be able to resist a second slice from this wow-worthy cake. All it needs is a small dusting of powdered sugar for a beautiful presentation. View Recipe Save 10 of 25 Cranberry Orange Oat Cookies dawn Orange and cranberry are great, but when teamed up with cinnamon, nutmeg, and brown sugar, you're guaranteed an irresistible dessert. Better make a double batch of these oatmeal cookies; they're sure to not last very long. View Recipe Save 11 of 25 Cranberry-Orange Cheesecake Bars Yoly Cheesecake bars are easy to share during the holidays and much simpler to transport than an entire cake. This version is flavored with orange juice and zest along with chewy, dried cranberries. View Recipe Save 12 of 25 Cranberry-Orange Spiced Oatmeal Tammy Lynn Orange juice, dried cranberries, and fresh blueberries dress up your basic bowl of oatmeal. "This is a wonderful microwave recipe that gets me going every morning," says recipe creator Leah Prather Hanley. View Recipe Save 13 of 25 Cranberry-Orange Brownies LibrarianLaura "This is the perfect fall brownie," says recipe creator LibrarianLaura. "I absolutely love how these come out. The orange blossom water adds a delicate sweetness to the fudgy chocolate, while the cranberries give a surprising tangy flavor." View Recipe Save 14 of 25 Cranberry-Orange Tea Ring Photo by SunnyDaysNora. SunnyDaysNora If you need an impressive treat for your next get-together, this is the recipe for you. Orange marmalade is mixed right into the yeast dough, while a cranberry walnut filling adds tangy flavor and crunchy texture. View Recipe Save 15 of 25 Cranberry-Orange Curd Tart Kim An entire orange and a whole bag of cranberries are blended into the ultra creamy filling for this impressive tart. Decorate with sugar-coated cranberries for a beautiful presentation. Browse more Dessert Tarts. View Recipe Save 16 of 25 Cranberry-Orange French Toast Say bye to boring French toast thanks to this bold recipe. Each slice is ready to soak up the sweet cranberry-orange sauce ladled over top. View Recipe Save 17 of 25 Turkey Cocktail Meatballs with Orange Cranberry Glaze Allrecipes Meatballs in grape jelly and chili sauce are a common appetizer, but this recipe takes that concept to a whole new level with jellied cranberry sauce and orange marmalade for a burst of flavor. Reviewer Hilda says, "I made these for a party recently and wished I had doubled it!" View Recipe Save 18 of 25 Luscious Orange-Cranberry Sweet Rolls Diana71 "These sweet rolls are super soft and tastily flavored with orange, cranberry, and the tiniest bit of cardamom," says recipe creator Diana71. "This yeasted dough bakes up beautifully for a pull-apart treat!" View Recipe Save 19 of 25 Really Cranberry Orange Yummy Gummy Pudding Cake Patti Extra moist and dense, this cranberry-orange recipe is perfect for making a stand-out cake. Fresh cranberries are paired with a trio of citrus: orange juice concentrate, orange extract, and orange zest. View Recipe Save 20 of 25 Cranberry-Orange Cookie Bars Asgard Ranch A copycat of a seasonal treat sold at a popular coffee chain, these chewy bars make an excellent dessert. The base is studded with cranberries and flavored with orange extract, perfect for holding up to the rich cream cheese frosting and a fun array of toppings. 25 Dried Cranberry Recipes You'll Crave All Season View Recipe Save 21 of 25 Grandma's Cranberry Orange Cake Preeti Just like Grandma used to make! The secret ingredient is a dash of cranberry liqueur, adding a tart bite to the sweet orange cake. 15 Orange Cake Recipes For Citrus Lovers View Recipe Save 22 of 25 Easy Cranberry-Orange Muffins Chef Mo Orange juice and zest pairs with fresh cranberries to create these colorful breakfast muffins. Reviewer Chef Mo says, "The orange flavors pop in this recipe! Very fresh tasting." View Recipe Save 23 of 25 Orange-Cranberry Bundt Cake Allrecipes Magazine No one will even guess that this light and flavorful Bundt cake is entirely vegan. Recipe creator Isa Chandra credits it to the combination of applesauce and coconut oil to create a moist crumb. Decadent Vegan Desserts Even Non-Vegans Will Love View Recipe Save 24 of 25 Cranberry Orange Relish with Orange Flavored Liqueur Cupcakes and Cutlery Orange liqueur is the not-so-secret ingredient that makes this relish a stand out dish. "I've made this many times for Thanksgiving and everyone loves it," says Lillian. "In my opinion its much better than cranberry jelly!" View Recipe Save 25 of 25 More Inspiration kim 20 Blood Orange Recipes to Brighten Your Winter 26 Ways to Use a Bag of Fresh Cranberries 15 Orange Cake Recipes For Citrus Lovers Explore more: Recipes Fruits and Vegetables Fruits Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit