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Sugared Cranberries

4.96 from 65 votes

Description

These beautiful sugared cranberries are the perfect wintery, festive food garnish to wow your guests.

Equipment

medium saucepan
wire rack
medium bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 1 (12 oz.) Bag of fresh cranberries
  • 2 cups Sugar, divided

Instructions

  • Combine 1/2 cup sugar and 1/2 cup water in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring until sugar is dissolved (around 2-3 minutes).
  • Turn heat off and wait a few minutes. Then stir in cranberries until well coated, careful not to leave them in too long. The skin will pop off if they get too hot.
  • Use a slotted spoon to transfer cranberries to a wire rack and let dry for at least 1 hour.
  • Working in batches, roll cranberries in remaining 1 1/2 cups sugar until well coated; let dry for at least 1 hour.
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