Easy Sugared Cranberries
These easy sugared cranberries only require 2 ingredients and make the most beautiful shimmering holiday garnish! They're super simple to prepare and double as a festive fruity snack.
Servings: 2 cups
Calories: 559kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 1⅓ cup granulated sugar divided
- ⅔ cup water
Instructions
- Add ⅔ cup granulated sugar and water in a small saucepan and cook over medium-high heat until the sugar is dissolved.
- Turn off the heat, then add the cranberries and let them sit in the syrup for about 2 minutes.
- Use a perforated spoon to transfer the berries to a wire rack set inside a rimmed baking sheet.
- Let sit for one hour until the cranberries feel tacky. Don't rush this step or the sugar won't stick well.
- Add the remaining ⅔ cup granulated sugar to a small bowl.
- Gently roll the cranberries in the sugar until well coated coated.
- Place the sugared cranberries a plate to dry and set up for at least 30 minutes.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Notes
- If you want to add a little extra flavor to your sugared cranberries, try adding a splash of vanilla extract, some warm spices or citrus zest to the syrup before cooking the cranberries.
- Don't throw away the syrup! Use it in cocktails or a big batch of cranberry lemonade.
- For extra festive sugared cranberries, try coating them in colored sugar or sprinkles instead of granulated sugar.
- Use a fork or small strainer to help with the sugaring process so you don't wind up sugaring your hands. It gets sticky!
Nutrition
Calories: 559kcal | Carbohydrates: 145g | Protein: 0.5g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 7mg | Potassium: 83mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 137g | Vitamin A: 60IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 0.3mg
