5-Ingredient Sugared Cranberries

These sugared cranberries are absolutely stunning and make the perfect festive garnish for the holidays! Use them for cocktails, as a cake decoration, on a dessert charcuterie board... the options are endless!

Author: Sloane’s Table

Meal Type: Milk Free

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: EASY

Prep. Time: 30 minutes

Cook Time:

Total Time: 30 minutes

Servings: 2 cups

Calories: 679 kcal per serving

Ingredients

200 grams - fresh orange juice
300 grams - granulated sugar
1 tsp - kosher salt
1 tsp - vanilla extract
200 grams - fresh cranberries

Instructions

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.
Bring the mixture to a simmer or about 200 degrees F.
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.
Use a fine mesh sieve to strain the cranberries over a large measuring cup or bowl. Save the syrup for cocktails!
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.
Lastly, add the remaining 100g (½ cup) of sugar to a bowl. Toss the cranberries in the sugar, and enjoy!

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