SUGARED CRANBERRIES
These Sugared Cranberries are sweet, tart, and sparkling with sugar. Perfect for holiday snacks, cocktail garnishes, or cake toppers, they add a festive touch to any celebration with just two simple ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar divided
- ½ cup water
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
Instructions
Make the Simple Syrup:
- In a small saucepan, combine ½ cup sugar and ½ cup water. Heat over medium, stirring until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat.
Coat the Cranberries:
- Stir cranberries into the warm syrup until well coated. Use a slotted spoon to transfer them to a wire rack. Let dry for 1 hour.
Sugar the Cranberries:
- Once slightly tacky, roll the cranberries in the remaining ½ cup sugar until coated. Let dry completely on the rack.
Serve or Store:
- Use immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Notes
Storage Tip:
Avoid refrigeration to prevent the sugar from melting. Serving Ideas:
Great for topping cakes, cocktails, or a festive cheese board.
Avoid refrigeration to prevent the sugar from melting. Serving Ideas:
Great for topping cakes, cocktails, or a festive cheese board.