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Candied Cranberry Sugar Snacks Recipe

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  • Author: Simon
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 2 cups of candied cranberries 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delightful and simple recipe for Candied Cranberry Sugar Snack featuring fresh cranberries coated in a sweet syrup and rolled in sugar to create a crisp, sugary shell that’s perfect as a festive treat or snack.

Ingredients

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Fruit

  • 2 cups fresh cranberries

Syrup

  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar

Coating

  • 1 cup granulated sugar

Instructions

  1. Prepare Cranberries: Rinse the fresh cranberries thoroughly under cold water and dry them completely using paper towels to ensure they are clean and free of excess moisture.
  2. Make Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup water and 1/2 cup granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat while stirring until the sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat and let the syrup stand for 2 minutes to cool slightly.
  3. Coat Cranberries in Syrup: Add the cranberries to the cooled syrup and gently stir to coat all the berries evenly. Allow them to soak in the syrup for 5 minutes so the flavors meld and the berries become sticky.
  4. Drain and Dry Cranberries: Using a slotted spoon, transfer the syrup-coated cranberries onto a wire rack set over parchment paper. Let the excess syrup drain off and the cranberries dry for about 15 minutes.
  5. Roll in Sugar: Pour the remaining 1 cup of granulated sugar into a shallow bowl. Working in batches, roll the sticky cranberries in the sugar until they are completely covered by a sparkling sugar layer.
  6. Final Drying: Arrange the sugar-coated cranberries back on the wire rack and let them dry at room temperature for at least 1 hour. This step allows the sugar shell to harden and become crisp, creating the perfect candy coating.

Notes

  • Ensure cranberries are fully dry before rolling in sugar to achieve the best coating.
  • You can store the candied cranberries in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • These make a beautiful garnish for holiday cocktails or desserts.
  • Use fresh and firm cranberries for optimal texture and flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Candied Cranberries, Holiday Snack, Sweet Cranberries, Sugar Coated Fruit, Festive Treat, Easy Snack, Cranberry Recipe

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