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Sugared Cranberries

Sugared Cranberries are an easy holiday garnish made with fresh cranberries and simple syrup for a sparkling sweet tart finish perfect for cakes and cocktails.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cool Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Course Dessert
Servings 4
Calories 204 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup fresh cranberries
  • 1 cup granulated sugar, divided into ½ cup portions
  • ½ cup water

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Simple Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine ½ cup sugar and ½ cup water. Heat over medium, stirring until the sugar fully dissolves. Remove from heat and cool for 5 minutes.
    1 cup granulated sugar, ½ cup water
  • Coat the Cranberries: Add cranberries to the syrup and stir gently to coat. Let sit for 10 minutes.
    1 cup fresh cranberries
  • Dry the Cranberries: Lift out with a slotted spoon and let excess syrup drip off. Spread in a single layer on a wire rack or parchment. Dry for about 1 hour, until tacky to the touch.
  • Sugar Coat the Cranberries: Place remaining ½ cup sugar in a shallow dish. Roll cranberries one at a time until evenly coated and frosted.
  • Dry Again: Transfer to a clean baking sheet and let dry for 30 minutes, until the sugar hardens and turns crisp.
  • Serve and Enjoy: Use as a garnish or snack. Store in an airtight container up to 2 days. Enjoyed this recipe? Leave a quick 5-star rating and review to let me know!

Nutrition

Calories: 204kcalCarbohydrates: 53gProtein: 0.1gFat: 0.2gSaturated Fat: 0.003gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.01gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 2mgPotassium: 21mgFiber: 1gSugar: 51gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 0.1mg
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