Cranberry Seeds

Cranberry seeds are naturally found inside whole cranberries, but they are often discarded when cranberries are juiced or processed, or when they go undigested through the GI tract.

To get the most nutrition from them:

Follow these tips:

1. Eat Whole Cranberries

– The simplest way to consume the seeds is by eating fresh, dried, or frozen cranberries. When chewing them, you’ll naturally consume the seeds, although many will pass through the GI tract which brings us to:

2. Cranberry Seed Powder

– Some health brands sell powdered cranberry seeds, which can be added to your favorite foods. Because the powder is ground seed you absorb every bit of the nutrition.

3. Cold-Pressed Cranberry Seed Oil

– This oil is rich in essential fatty acids and can be used as a salad dressing or a supplement.

4. Homemade Cranberry Seed Butter

– Blend dried cranberry seeds with other nuts or seeds and make a red spread that still tastes awesome.

5. Baking and Cooking

– Use ground cranberry seeds in muffins, energy bars, or granola and the cooking process will automatically open up the berry and seeds inside it.

Nutrition found inside the Cranberry Seeds

Cranberry seeds are small but nutritionally dense, packed with fiber, healthy fats, and antioxidants. They are an excellent source of essential fatty acids, vitamins, minerals, and polyphenols.

List of Nutrients in Cranberry Seeds

Healthy Fats

Omega-3 fatty acids (ALA – alpha-linolenic acid)
Omega-6 fatty acids (linoleic acid)
Monounsaturated fats

Dietary Fiber

High in insoluble fiber, aiding digestion and gut health

Antioxidants & Polyphenols

Proanthocyanidins (help fight oxidative stress)
Flavonoids
Tocopherols (Vitamin E)

Vitamins

Vitamin E (tocopherols & tocotrienols) – Supports skin, heart, and immune health
Vitamin K – Important for blood clotting and bone health

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And that’s just the seeds. Imagine the nutrition in the entire berry!

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Here’s a fun recipe that uses cranberry seeds.

Cranberry Seed Crunch Bark

Cranberry Seed Crunch Bark

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Here’s a bark recipe that includes cranberry seeds in them. It also includes dried cranberries and I usually use the unsweetened ones and then add a bit of maple syrup to compensate. Better nutrition that way. 👩🏻‍🍳

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Quality Dark Chocolate is highly Recommended

*** OTHER CRANBERRY RECIPES ***

• Cranberry Linzer Cookies
• Cranberry Pavlova
• Cranberry Pistachio Shortbread Cookies
• Cranberry Moscow Mule
• Cranberry White Chocolate Bark
• Cinnamon Cranberry Cheesecake!
• Cranberry Mochi
• Cranberry Thumbprint Cookies

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*** IMPRESS YOUR GUESTS; MAKE IT BETTER ***

High-Quality Chocolate. Makes all the difference in the world. The difference between quality dark chocolate, or the cheap stuff is the difference between a delicacy or a gas station mid-day snack.

Texture

Make it crunchier by adding; Toasted almonds, pistachios, or pecans. Maybe try crispy rice cereal or quinoa puffs, coconut flakes etc.

Gourmet Salt

A light dusting of flaky sea salt or Himalayan pink salt balances the sweetness out well.

Spice

Mix in cinnamon, nutmeg, or cardamom for a Xmas feel, or add a pinch of chili powder for a bit of heat.

Decor

Sprinkle some edible gold leaf, freeze-dried raspberries, or crushed cranberry powder on top to make it look nicer.

Shapes

Break the bark into irregular shards and stack them beautifully on a serving platter. ….. 🍒

A great treat for any occasion.