Description
Candied cranberries are a delightful holiday treat that perfectly balance tartness and sweetness. These vibrant red gems, coated in a sugary glaze, make an impressive addition to any festive table. Ideal for snacking, garnishing salads, or enhancing desserts, they are both easy to prepare and visually stunning. Whether you’re hosting a holiday gathering or simply indulging yourself, these candied cranberries will surely brighten your culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Rinse fresh cranberries under cold water, removing any stems or damaged fruit.
- In a medium saucepan, combine water and granulated sugar; bring to a gentle boil.
- Add cranberries and simmer for about 10 minutes until they start to pop.
- Drain cranberries through a fine mesh strainer; allow them to cool slightly.
- Toss cooled cranberries in granulated sugar until fully coated.
- Spread sugared cranberries on parchment paper and let dry for at least one hour.
- Serve as a snack or garnish in salads or desserts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack/Dessert
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For deeper flavor, substitute granulated sugar with brown sugar or add a dash of cinnamon. Infuse the syrup with orange zest for an extra citrusy twist. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.