Sugared Cranberries

Brighten up your holiday table with these irresistibly sweet and tangy sugared cranberries! This simple yet stunning recipe transforms fresh cranberries into glistening, sugar-encrusted gems with just a few pantry staples and a touch of patience. A quick soak in homemade simple syrup creates a sticky base that allows an even coat of sugar to adhere perfectly, resulting in cranberries that are crunchy, tart, and sweet all in one bite. Ideal as a festive snack, cocktail garnish, or sparkly dessert topper, these sugared cranberries are an easy make-ahead treat that will elevate any occasion. Ready in just 10 minutes of prep and perfect for holiday entertaining, this is a must-try recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh cranberries
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 cup water
• 1.5 cups extra granulated sugar (for coating)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and 2 cups of granulated sugar over medium heat.

Step 2

Stir frequently until the sugar is fully dissolved to make a simple syrup. Do not bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 3

Remove the saucepan from heat and let the simple syrup cool for about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Place the fresh cranberries into a large mixing bowl.

Step 5

Pour the cooled simple syrup over the cranberries and gently stir to coat all the berries evenly.

Step 6

Cover the bowl and refrigerate overnight (or at least 8 hours). This allows the cranberries to soak in the syrup and become slightly sticky, which helps the sugar adhere effectively.

Step 7

The next day, drain the cranberries in a colander and let them sit for 15 minutes to remove excess syrup. Do not rinse.

Step 8

Spread 1.5 cups of extra granulated sugar on a large plate or shallow dish.

Step 9

Roll the sticky cranberries in the sugar, ensuring they’re evenly coated. Work in batches if necessary.

Step 10

Place the sugared cranberries on a baking sheet or parchment-lined surface and let them dry at room temperature for 1-2 hours until the sugar coating is set.

Step 11

Serve the sugared cranberries as a snack, garnish, or decoration. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(755.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1604.1

Total Fat 0.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 403.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.4g	0%
Total Sugars 372.2g
Protein 1.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 32mg	0%
Iron 0.9mg	0%
Potassium 320mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 0.2%

Protein: 0.4%

Carbs: 99.4%