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Vanilla Candied Cranberries

Sweet Vanilla Candied Cranberries

Experience the festive delight of Vanilla Candied Cranberries, perfect for enhancing your holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Drying Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Simple Syrup
  • 1 cup granulated sugar can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 1 cup water forms the syrup's base
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract optional for plain sugared cranberries
For the Cranberries
  • 12 ounces fresh cranberries choose firm ones for best results

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • slotted spoon
  • drying rack
  • Baking sheet
  • shallow bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar and 1 cup of water over medium heat. Stir until sugar dissolves, about 5 minutes. Mix in ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  2. Add 1 bag of fresh cranberries into the warm syrup, coating each one. Soak for 10-15 minutes.
  3. Transfer the cranberries onto a drying rack to catch excess syrup and let dry for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Roll the dried cranberries in ½ cup of granulated sugar until thoroughly coated for a sparkling appearance.
  5. Place sugared cranberries back on the drying rack for another 30 minutes to set the sugar coating.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 31gPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin C: 10mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container to maintain crunch. Use as garnishes for cocktails and desserts.

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