Candied Cranberries
Sweet, tangy, and irresistibly sparkly, candied cranberries are the ultimate holiday treat or festive garnish. This easy recipe transforms fresh cranberries into glistening jewels by soaking them in a homemade simple syrup before rolling them in sugar for a crunchy, sugary coating. With just four simple ingredients and minimal prep time, these luscious berries are the perfect balance of tartness and sweetness. Whether you're serving them as a snack, decorating a holiday dessert, or adding a pop of color to a cocktail, these candied cranberries are sure to impress. Plus, they store beautifully, making them a hassle-free addition to your holiday repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 0.5 cup extra granulated sugar (for coating)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and 2 cups of granulated sugar.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir until the sugar dissolves completely to create a simple syrup. Do not let the mixture boil.
Once the sugar has dissolved, remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool slightly for about 5 minutes.
Place the fresh cranberries into a medium mixing bowl. Pour the warm syrup over the cranberries, ensuring they are completely submerged.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight. This allows the cranberries to soak and absorb the sweetness.
After soaking, use a slotted spoon to remove the cranberries from the syrup and let them drain on a wire rack or parchment-lined baking sheet for about an hour. They should feel slightly tacky but not wet.
Pour the extra granulated sugar (0.5 cup) onto a shallow plate or bowl. Roll the drained cranberries in the sugar to coat them evenly.
Once coated, place the cranberries back on the wire rack or baking sheet to dry for another hour before serving or using them as a garnish.
Store the candied cranberries in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2181 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 15 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 567.1 g | 206% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.4 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 535.5 g | ||
| Protein | 1.6 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 46 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 320 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
