5-Minute Express Candied Cranberries (Ready-to-Print Version)
Sparkling sugar coats tart cranberries for an easy 5-minute snack or garnish with sweet syrup glaze.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Main
01 -
2 cups fresh cranberries, rinsed and dried
→ Syrup
02 -
1/4 cup water
03 -
1/4 cup granulated sugar
→ Coating
04 -
1/2 cup granulated sugar
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 -
Combine 1/4 cup water and 1/4 cup granulated sugar in a small saucepan. Heat over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and let cool for 1 minute.
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Place cranberries in a large bowl. Pour warm syrup over cranberries and toss gently for even coating.
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Using a slotted spoon, transfer cranberries onto a wire rack or parchment-lined tray. Allow to sit for 2 minutes until surface becomes tacky.
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Roll small batches of cranberries in 1/2 cup granulated sugar until fully coated. Set aside to dry for 2 minutes before serving.
# Handy Tips:
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Use fresh, firm cranberries for best texture. Allow the coating to dry slightly for optimal sparkle.