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Sugared Cranberries

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
cool time1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time1 hour 50 minutes
Course: Dessert, garnish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 Tablespoons

Ingredients

  • 1 cup fresh cranberries
  • 1 cup granulated sugar divided into ½ cup portions
  • ½ cup water

Instructions

  • In a small saucepan, combine ½ cup of the sugar and water. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved to make a syrup. Remove pan from heat and let the cool for about 5 minutes.
  • Add the cranberries to the syrup, stirring gently to coat evenly. Let them sit in the syrup for about 10 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to remove the cranberriesfrom the syrup, allowing excess syrup to drip off
  • Place the cranberries on parchment paper, making sure they are spread out in a single layer and not sticking toegether. Let them dry for about an hour. They should be sticky to the touch.
  • Pour the remaining ½ cup of sugar into a shallow dish. Gently roll the cranberries in the sugar until evenly coated, giving them a sparkling look. Place the sugared cranberries on a clean baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a plate to dry completely for about 30 minutes. This will harden the sugar and give them a crunchy texture.

Notes

These are perfect to garnish drinks or desserts. Keep stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.