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Sugared Cranberries

Crisp, sweet, and tart sugared cranberries, perfect for holiday decorations, desserts, and festive garnishes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 minute
Servings: 2 cups
Course: Dessert, Garnish, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 60
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups fresh cranberries
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup water

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Slotted spoon
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Rinse cranberries and remove any stems or damaged berries.
  2. Heat water and sugar to make simple syrup.
  3. Simmer cranberries in syrup 1–2 minutes.
  4. Remove cranberries and place on parchment.
  5. Roll cranberries in extra sugar.
  6. Let cranberries dry completely before storing.

Notes

For extra sparkle, refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.