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5-Ingredient Sugared Cranberries
5-Ingredient Sugared Cranberries
5-Ingredient Sugared Cranberries
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5-Ingredient Sugared Cranberries

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5-Ingredient Sugared Cranberries

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Instructions

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In a medium saucepan, combine the orange juice, 200g (1 cup) granulated sugar, and salt. Place over medium heat and mix constantly until the sugar dissolves.
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Bring the mixture to a simmer or about 200 degrees F.
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Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla and cranberries. Cover the saucepan with a lid, and allow to sit for about 10 minutes.
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Use a fine mesh sieve to strain the cranberries over a large measuring cup or bowl. Save the syrup for cocktails!
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Spread the cranberries out on a parchment lined baking sheet, careful not to let them touch each other. Allow to dry at room temperature for about 1 hour.
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Lastly, add the remaining 100g (½ cup) of sugar to a bowl. Toss the cranberries in the sugar, and enjoy!

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Tips & Tricks (5)

  • Orange Zest Enhancement 🍊
    Add fresh orange zest to the sugar mixture before coating for intensified citrus flavor that complements the tartness of the cranberries beautifully.
  • Dry Your Berries First 💧
    Pat cranberries completely dry with paper towels before the sugar syrup bath to ensure the coating adheres evenly and creates a crystallized finish.
  • Salt as a Flavor Amplifier 🧂
    Don't skip the kosher salt—it balances the sweetness and enhances the natural berry flavor, making each bite more complex and sophisticated.
  • Two-Stage Drying Process ⏱️
    After coating, let cranberries air-dry on a wire rack for 2-3 hours, then store in an airtight container for up to 5 days to maintain that perfect sugared crunch.
  • Vanilla Extract at the End 🌾
    Add vanilla extract to your cooled sugar syrup rather than heating it to preserve its delicate aromatic notes and prevent them from cooking off.
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