Cranberry Mayo Recipe – TheFoodXP

Thanksgiving is the perfect time to indulge in some cranberries along with a feast. But, do you have a lot of leftovers that you don’t know what you do with? Well, there is no need to worry, as your leftover cranberry sauce can easily be turned into some delicious cranberry mayo! 

Cranberry mayo is really easy to make and is probably the perfect leftover you could ever make with a simple cranberry sauce. This mayonnaise will get you into the Thanksgiving spirit even after the holiday is over! Moreover, this cranberry mayo really goes well with most recipes. 

Want to add a bit of flavor to a simple sandwich or a burger, too, for that matter? Just use some cranberry mayo to enjoy Thanksgiving after Thanksgiving! The recipe is also perfect time efficient, so it is the best option for people who don’t have much time on their hands. 

Moreover, I have given a recipe for a delicious cranberry sauce and mayonnaise, too, in case you would like to make them from scratch. However, you always have the option to use store-bought ingredients if you wish! But, before we begin to explore this exceptionally simple and delicious recipe.

I have discussed the equipment that you will need to make this cranberry mayo recipe. Furthermore, I have also included a list of ingredients you will need to make the cranberry mayo, finally followed by the method and also nutritional information. So, let us discover this recipe for cranberry mayo without further ado! 

What Equipment Will You Need To Make Cranberry Mayo? 

• Bowl – To make the mayonnaise, you will need a large bowl. You will also need a large bowl to mix the cranberry sauce and mayonnaise together to make the cranberry mayo. Lastly, two small bowls will be required while making the mayonnaise, one to measure oil and the other to separate egg yolks from whites. 
• Whisk – You will need a large and sturdy whisk to make homemade mayonnaise. You can also instead use an egg beater. One more whisk will be needed, even in case you use store-bought mayonnaise, just to mix the cranberry sauce and mayonnaise together. 
• Measuring Cups And Spoons – To get precise measurements, especially for the mayonnaise, you will need a set of measuring cups and spoons. 
• Spoons – In case measuring spoons are not available; you can instead use regular teaspoons and tablespoons to measure your ingredients. 
• Saucepan – If you are planning to make cranberry sauce fresh at home, instead of using leftovers or store-bought sauce, you will need a saucepan. 
• Tray – A tray will be required to cool the cranberry sauce rapidly. However, this is optional. 
• Spatula – To not waste even a single morsel of cranberry sauce or mayonnaise, a silicon spatula can be a useful tool. 

How Much Time Do You Need To Make Cranberry Mayo? 

What Ingredients Will You Need To Make Cranberry Mayo

  For Cranberry Sauce:

• Cranberries – You will need 1 cup of fresh or frozen cranberries, which will make the base of the cranberry sauce. 
• Sugar – Cranberries can be a little too tart in flavor. So, the sugar will help balance out the tart flavor of the cranberries with some sweetness. For a portion of cranberry sauce, ¼ cup of granulated sugar will do. You can also use caster sugar. 
• Water-Water will help thin down the consistency of the cranberry sauce, as cooking a sauce with just sugar will make it too thick. You will need ¼ cup of water. You can also use orange juice, in case you would like a really tart flavor. 
• Orange Zest – Half a teaspoon of orange zest will also help with bringing out a better and more tart flavor in the sauce. However, this is completely optional. 

 For Mayonnaise: 

• Eggs – Eggs, or egg yolks, to be more precise, are what help form the thick consistency of the mayonnaise. One large egg will be required to get a yield of ½ cup of mayonnaise. 
• Olive Oil – Olive oil helps with emulsification when it comes to making mayonnaise. The olive oil is basically what helps give the mayonnaise a thick consistency. For a yield of ½ cup of mayonnaise, you will require ½ cup of olive oil. In case you are all out of olive oil, you can also instead use any other oil with a neutral flavor and scent. 
• Lemon Juice – Lemon juice will help add a little acidity to your mayonnaise and also help stabilize the mixture. One teaspoon of lemon juice will do. You can also use white vinegar, in case you are all out of lemons! 
• Salt – A pinch of any sort of salt you prefer needs to be added to the mayonnaise mixture as a seasoning. 

For Cranberry Mayo:

• Mayonnaise – Mayonnaise is, of course, one of the main ingredients in cranberry mayo. You will need ½ cup of either homemade or store-bought mayonnaise. 
• Cranberry Sauce – Cranberry sauce is what will give the mayo a classic thanksgiving flavor. You will need three tablespoons of cranberry sauce, which can be freshly made but cold, or leftover cranberry sauce. You can also use store-bought cranberry sauce. 
• Lemon Juice – To add a little more acidity and flavor to your cranberry mayo, use one tablespoon of fresh lemon juice. 
• Salt – Use half a teaspoon of salt for some added seasoning. 

Steps To Make Cranberry Mayo

1. Make The Cranberry Sauce

The first step to making cranberry mayo is to make cranberry sauce. Of course, you can skip this step in case you are using leftover cranberry sauce or store-bought cranberry sauce. Firstly, in case you are using fresh cranberries, clean them thoroughly under water and discard all the bad cranberries. 

Meanwhile, heat the water and sugar in a saucepan, and once it starts to boil, add in the cranberries. Let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes, then add the orange zest and remove to a tray or a bowl for the sauce to cool thoroughly. 

2. Whip Up The Mayonnaise

Again, you can skip this step if you are using store-bought mayonnaise. To make mayo from scratch, first, separate the egg whites and yolks. We will be using only yolks to make the mayo. Add the lemon juice and salt to egg yolks in a big bowl and whisk till the egg yolks are lighter in color. 

Once the egg yolks are lighter, slowly start pouring in the oil in a single stream while continuously whisking. Make sure you don’t stop whisking while adding the oil, as that may curdle the mayonnaise. Also, make sure that the table you are working on is cool, as heat can also curdle the mayonnaise. Once all the oil is added in, you should get a thick mayonnaise consistency. Cool it in the fridge for 15 minutes. 

3. Make The Cranberry Mayo

Once your mayonnaise is ready, and your cranberry sauce has cooled down properly, you can begin to make your cranberry mayo. This is probably the easiest step in the recipe! In a large bowl, mix together the mayonnaise and cranberry sauce with a whisk or an electric mixer. 

Once the two ingredients are mixed in together properly, add the salt and lemon juice. You can also add a pinch of pepper, if you would like, for added flavor. Once everything is mixed together, add to a small bowl and cool, or serve immediately! 

Nutritional Information

How Will The Cranberry Mayo Look And Taste Like?

Cranberry mayonnaise is really easy to make and is fun to eat too! I am sure that once all the kitchen work is over, you may wonder what cranberry mayo is supposed to look and taste like. The cranberry mayo will have a pink color, with little bits of cranberries. 

Once you bite into it, you will get that perfect balance of flavors, which is tart, sweet, and also smooth at the same time. You can also add some extra ingredients to this mixture if you would like, like lemon zest, in case you would like a sharper flavor. Slather a hefty amount of this mayonnaise onto a turkey sandwich, and enjoy! 

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Cranberry Mayo Recipe

Cranberries are a huge part of Thanksgiving. So, in case you have leftover cranberry sauce, don’t let it go to waste! Instead, follow this easy recipe and convert it to cranberry mayo! This mayo is great for just about any sandwich and will bring you into Thanksgiving spirit even after the holiday is over!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 20 mins

Total Time 40 mins

Course Dips and Sauces

Cuisine American

Servings 1 Cup

Calories 64 kcal

For Cranberry Sauce :

• 1 cup Fresh or Frozen Cranberries
• 1/4 cup Sugar
• 1/4 cup Water
• 1/2 teaspoon Orange Zest

For Mayonnaise :

• 1 Egg
• 1/2 cup Olive Oil
• 1 teaspoon Lemon Juice
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt

For Cranberry Mayo :

• 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
• 3 tablespoons Cranberry Sauce
• 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt

For Cranberry Sauce :

• Clean the cranberries thoroughly under water.

• Heat water and sugar in a saucepan.

• Once the water starts boiling, add the cranberries.

• Let it simmer for 10 minutes and then add the orange zest. Remove in a bowl and let it cool thoroughly.

For Mayonnaise :

• Separate egg yolks from the whites.

• To the egg yolks, add lemon juice and salt and whisk till it is lighter.

• Once the egg yolks are lighter, add in the olive oil in a single stream, while whisking continuously.

• Once all the oil is mixed in, you should get a thick mayonnaise. Let it cool in the fridge for 15 minutes.

For Cranberry Mayo

• In a large bowl, mix together the mayonnaise and cranberry sauce.

• Add in the salt and lemon juice and mix. Your cranberry mayo is ready!

Serving: 14g | Calories: 64kcal | Carbohydrates: 1.8g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 6.3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3.8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1.4g | Cholesterol: 3.6mg | Sodium: 145mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 1.3g

Keyword Cranberry Mayo, Spreads, Thanksgiving

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