Description
Transform your holiday table with these vibrant and delicious sparkling candied cranberries that offer a stunning visual appeal and a burst of tartness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups Fresh Cranberries
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1/2 cup Water
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1/2 cup Coarse Sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the Cranberries: Rinse cranberries under cool water, discarding any soft or blemished ones. Pat dry with a clean towel.
- Make the Simple Syrup: In a medium saucepan, combine water and granulated sugar over medium heat, stirring until dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Coat the Cranberries: Pour the cooled syrup over the cranberries in a mixing bowl and toss gently. Allow to soak for about 10 minutes.
- Roll in Sugar: Lift the cranberries with a slotted spoon and let excess syrup drip off. Roll in coarse sugar and place on a parchment-lined plate.
- Dry: Spread the cranberries evenly on parchment paper and let air dry for at least 30 minutes.
- Serve: Once dried, arrange on a serving platter or use as a decoration in holiday dishes.
Notes
Ensure to keep cranberries dry for a sparkling finish and use fresh cranberries for best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Candying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: candied cranberries, holiday dessert, festive treats, vegan snacks, easy recipe