Sparkling Cranberries
Elevate your holiday table with these irresistible Sparkling Cranberries, a stunning blend of tart fruit coated in a glistening sugar crust. This no-bake treat requires just four simple ingredients—fresh cranberries, granulated sugar, and water—yet delivers unforgettable flavor and visual appeal. Perfect as a festive snack, an elegant garnish for desserts, or a showstopping addition to cocktails, these cranberries boast a tangy-sweet profile and a satisfying crunch. With minimal prep time and an easy overnight soak in a homemade sugar syrup, this recipe is both approachable and impressive. Bring sparkle to your celebrations with this dazzling fruit-forward delight!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup additional granulated sugar
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the cranberries and discard any that are bruised or soft. Set aside.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and 2 cups of granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves completely, but do not allow it to boil.
Step 3
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the mixture cool for about 5 minutes.
Step 4
Add the cranberries to the sugar syrup, making sure they are fully submerged. Cover the saucepan with a lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.
Step 5
Using a slotted spoon, remove the cranberries from the syrup, letting the excess syrup drip off. Spread the cranberries out on a wire rack and allow them to dry for about 1 hour. They should feel slightly tacky to the touch.
Step 6
Place the additional 1 cup of granulated sugar in a shallow bowl or dish. Roll the tacky cranberries in the sugar until fully coated. Work in small batches for even coating.
Step 7
Transfer the sugared cranberries to a clean parchment-lined surface and allow them to dry for another hour.
Step 8
Once dry, the Sparkling Cranberries are ready to serve or use as decoration. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1240g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2507.8 |
| Total Fat 0.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 15.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 648.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 617.2g | |
| Protein 1.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 46.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 320mg | 0% |
Source of Calories