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A clear glass bowl filled with sparkling sugared cranberries, showcasing a frosty white sugar coating over vibrant red and deep purple berries on a white wooden surface.

Sugared Cranberries

Festive sugared cranberries with a sparkling sugar coating—perfect as a holiday garnish, dessert topper, or sweet snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Drying Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert
Calories: 110
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups fresh cranberries
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • granulated sugar for coating

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Wire Rack
  • Slotted Spoon

Method
 

  1. Rinse cranberries and discard any soft or damaged ones.
  2. Heat sugar and water in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring until dissolved without boiling.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
  4. Add cranberries and gently toss to coat.
  5. Transfer cranberries to a wire rack with a slotted spoon and let dry for 1 hour.
  6. Roll sticky cranberries in extra sugar until fully coated.
  7. Spread on parchment paper and dry for an additional 30–60 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use as a garnish for cocktails, cakes, or cheeseboards, or enjoy on their own.