Sugared Cranberries
Brighten up your holiday table with these irresistibly sweet and tangy sugared cranberries! This simple yet stunning recipe transforms fresh cranberries into glistening, sugar-encrusted gems with just a few pantry staples and a touch of patience. A quick soak in homemade simple syrup creates a sticky base that allows an even coat of sugar to adhere perfectly, resulting in cranberries that are crunchy, tart, and sweet all in one bite. Ideal as a festive snack, cocktail garnish, or sparkly dessert topper, these sugared cranberries are an easy make-ahead treat that will elevate any occasion. Ready in just 10 minutes of prep and perfect for holiday entertaining, this is a must-try recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1.5 cups extra granulated sugar (for coating)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and 2 cups of granulated sugar over medium heat.
Stir frequently until the sugar is fully dissolved to make a simple syrup. Do not bring the mixture to a boil.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the simple syrup cool for about 5 minutes.
Place the fresh cranberries into a large mixing bowl.
Pour the cooled simple syrup over the cranberries and gently stir to coat all the berries evenly.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate overnight (or at least 8 hours). This allows the cranberries to soak in the syrup and become slightly sticky, which helps the sugar adhere effectively.
The next day, drain the cranberries in a colander and let them sit for 15 minutes to remove excess syrup. Do not rinse.
Spread 1.5 cups of extra granulated sugar on a large plate or shallow dish.
Roll the sticky cranberries in the sugar, ensuring they’re evenly coated. Work in batches if necessary.
Place the sugared cranberries on a baking sheet or parchment-lined surface and let them dry at room temperature for 1-2 hours until the sugar coating is set.
Serve the sugared cranberries as a snack, garnish, or decoration. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1604 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 8 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 403.8 g | 147% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.4 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 372.2 g | ||
| Protein | 1.6 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 32 mg | 2% | |
| 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.
