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Homemade sugared cranberries served in a gold rimmed bowl with sliced white cheddar cheese and garnished with sugared rosemary.
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Sugared Cranberries Recipe

Sparkling and festive Sugared Cranberries come together easily with only 3 ingredients. Turn any holiday food, drink, or appetizer into something impressive and beautiful with these sweet and tart candied cranberries.
Author: Nikki Lee
Servings: 12 servings (makes 3 cups)
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Rest Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar divided
  • ½ cup water
  • 12 ounces fresh cranberries rinsed and dried

Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan, combine ½ cup sugar and ½ cup water. Heat until boiling and all sugar is dissolved.
  • Reduce the heat and simmer for 2-3 minutes and the syrup to thicken slightly.
  • Remove from heat and add the cranberries, stir until they are well coated.
  • Using a slotted spoon, remove the berries from the syrup and place them on a wire rack over a rimmed baking sheet. Allow to dry for 1 hour.
  • Working in batches, roll the cranberries in the remaining sugar and set on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Allow to set for 1 hour before serving.

Notes

Storage: Sugared cranberries can last for a few days if stored properly. Keep them in an airtight container on the countertop for 2-3 days.
They will last up to a week or so in the refrigerator but can create condensation when removed to room temperature. They are just as good, but the appearance may be affected by the condensation.
TIP: If the sugar starts looking moist when storing, you can re-roll them in a little more sugar to freshen them up again.
PRO TIPS:
    • Make sure to rinse and completely dry the cranberries before using. Lay them in a single layer to dry completely and more quickly.
    • Simmer Simple Syrup on low heat for 3 minutes after it’s come to a boil. You want the sugar to dissolve fully and form a slightly thickened syrup for coating each cranberry.
    • Remove Cranberries before they burst. You don’t want them to release juices or soften. You want them to keep their firmness.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 109kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.003g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 23mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 26g | Vitamin A: 17IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 0.1mg

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