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Sugared Cranberries

Sugared cranberries are crisp, tart-sweet, and sparkling with sugar, making them a versatile addition to holiday desserts, drinks, and cheeseboards. With just three ingredients, fresh cranberries, sugar, and water, these berries are quick to prepare, easy to customize, and perfect for gifting or decorating your holiday table.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Drying Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 2 Cups
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups Fresh cranberries
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1 cup Water

Equipment

  • Small saucepan
  • Measuring cups
  • Spoon or spatula
  • Slotted spoon
  • Parchment-lined baking sheet
  • Shallow bowl

Method
 

  1. Make the Syrup:
    In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup sugar and 1 cup water. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Don’t let it boil.
  2. Coat the Cranberries:
    Remove from heat and add the cranberries. Stir gently to coat them evenly in the syrup. Let them sit in the syrup for 5 minutes.
  3. Dry:
    Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cranberries to a wire rack or parchment-lined baking sheet. Spread them out in a single layer and let them dry for about 45 minutes to an hour, until tacky but not wet.
  4. Sugar Coat:
    Roll the cranberries a few at a time in a shallow bowl of sugar, coating all sides. Transfer to a clean parchment-lined sheet to set.