Sugared Cranberries
Bright, sweet, and sparkling - this simple, beautiful Sugared Cranberries recipe is perfect for drinks, desserts, and holiday décor.
Servings: 6 servings
Equipment
- medium saucepan
- slotted spoon
Ingredients
- ½ cup water
- 1½ cups granulated sugar divided
- 3 cups fresh cranberries rinsed and dried
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the water and ½ cup sugar. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 3 minutes.½ cup water, 1½ cups granulated sugar
- Stir in the cranberries to fully coat them in the syrup.3 cups fresh cranberries
- Remove the pan from the heat and continue stirring until the cranberries are evenly coated.
- Using a slotted spoon, transfer cranberries to the prepared baking sheet and let them dry for 1 hour.
- Roll cranberries in batches in the remaining 1 cup of sugar to coat completely.
Notes
🥡 STORAGE: Store sugared cranberries covered at room temperature for up to 2-3 days.
If storing longer, keep them in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
♨️ REHEATING: Sugared cranberries do not need reheating. They are best served at room temperature.
❄️ FREEZING: Not recommended, as freezing will cause the sugar coating to melt when the item is thawed.
💡 TIPS FOR BEST RESULTS: Remove the cranberries before they soften or burst.
Let cranberries dry completely before rolling in sugar for the best sparkle.
Reroll any cranberries in sugar before serving if the coating looks damp.
🍳 ALTERNATE COOKING METHODS: No alternate cooking methods are needed for this recipe.
♻️ LEFTOVERS: Use leftover sugared cranberries as a garnish for cakes, cheesecakes, cocktails, or charcuterie boards.
Mix them into holiday salads or baked goods for a festive touch.
📝 NOTES: Sugared cranberries make a great garnish or snack.
For extra shine, use superfine sugar for the final coating.
This recipe for sugared cranberries is simple enough for beginners.
Try using them to decorate cheesecakes, cupcakes, or a holiday punch.
Make a batch to give as edible gifts during the holidays - they’re always a hit!
Nutrition
Serving: 0.5cup | Calories: 216kcal | Carbohydrates: 56g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.003g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 41mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 52g | Vitamin A: 30IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 0.1mg
