Cranberry Orange Glazed Turkey transforms your holiday table into a feast for the senses. This magnificent bird glistens with a jewel-toned glaze that combines tart cranberries with bright orange citrus, creating layers of flavor that penetrate deep into the tender meat. The caramelized exterior gives way to succulent turkey infused with herbs and fruit. Pour a medium-bodied Zinfandel or Gewürztraminer—wines with enough fruit-forward character to match the glaze while complementing the savory turkey.
Cranberry Orange Glazed Turkey
Recipe by Daily Disher
Whole turkey glazed with cranberry and orange—a stunning centerpiece that brings holiday magic to any table.n sugar pecan streusel.
Course: Main
/Cuisine: American
/Difficulty: Medium
Servings
8
Prep time
30 minutes
Cooking time
3 hours
Calories
450 kcal
3 hours 30 minutes
Ingredients
12 pounds whole turkey
½ cup cranberry sauce
¼ cup orange juice
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon orange zest
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
Directions
1.
Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C) and place a rack in a large roasting pan.
2.
Pat the turkey dry with paper towels and place it on the rack in the roasting pan.
3.
In a bowl, mix cranberry sauce, orange juice, brown sugar, orange zest, thyme, salt, and pepper until well combined.
4.
Rub the turkey with olive oil, ensuring an even coat before applying the cranberry-orange glaze all over the turkey.
5.
Tent the turkey with aluminum foil and roast in the preheated oven for about 2-3 hours, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
6.
Uncover the turkey during the last 30 minutes of roasting to allow the skin to crisp and the glaze to caramelize.
7.
Remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for 20 minutes before carving and serving it to the table.
Nutrition Facts
Total number of serves:
4 servings
Calories:
450kcal
Cholesterol:
0mg
Sodium:
620mg
Potassium:
400mg
Sugar:
1
Protein:
6g
Calcium:
60mg
Iron:
2mg
