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Orange Vanilla Candied Cranberries

Sparkling candied cranberries infused with fresh orange zest and warm vanilla, perfect for holiday garnishes and sweet snacks.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Dessert, Garnish, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz fresh cranberries
  • 1 cup granulated sugar plus extra for coating
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 orange zest from 1 orange
  • 1 vanilla bean split or substitute extract

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Slotted spoon
  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

  1. Rinse cranberries and discard damaged ones.
  2. Simmer water, sugar, orange zest, and vanilla until sugar dissolves.
  3. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
  4. Add cranberries and soak for 1 hour.
  5. Remove cranberries and roll in sugar.
  6. Dry on parchment until crisp.

Notes

Perfect as a garnish for desserts, cocktails, and holiday spreads.