Heavenly Sugared Cranberries
Heavenly Sugared Cranberries are a delightful holiday treat that combines the tartness of fresh cranberries with a sweet, sugary coating. This simple recipe transforms ordinary cranberries into a stunning garnish or snack that dazzles on any festive table. With a burst of flavor in every bite, these sugared cranberries make for an irresistible addition to cheese platters, desserts, or salads. Experience the magic of this easy-to-make recipe and bring joy to your holiday gatherings!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar (divided)
- 1 cup water
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine 1 cup water and 1 cup sugar over medium heat. Stir until dissolved and bring to a gentle simmer. Remove from heat.
- Stir in 1 tsp vanilla extract and a pinch of salt; let cool slightly.
- Add 2 cups fresh cranberries to a mixing bowl and pour cooled syrup over them. Let sit for 10-15 minutes.
- In another bowl, pour ½ cup granulated sugar. Using a slotted spoon, lift each cranberry from the syrup and coat in sugar.
- Spread coated cranberries on a parchment-lined baking sheet and allow to dry for at least an hour at room temperature.
- Transfer to a serving dish or store in an airtight container until ready to serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 40g
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg