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Candied Cranberries

Sweet and Tangy Candied Cranberries for Holiday Cheer

These Candied Cranberries are a sweet and tangy treat perfect for festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Christmas Cookies
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cranberry Base
  • 2 cups fresh cranberries Inspect for damaged berries
  • 1 cup granulated sugar For the simple syrup
  • 1 cup water Used to create syrup
For the Flavor Blend
  • ½ cup orange juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Adds brightness
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Infuses warm aroma
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon For spices
  • ¼ teaspoon salt Balances sweetness
For the Finishing Touch
  • ½ cup powdered sugar For coating
  • fresh orange zest Optional garnish

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Slotted Spoon
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse cranberries under cold water and drain thoroughly.
  2. Combine sugar and water in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir until dissolved.
  3. Add orange juice, lemon juice, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt into the syrup. Simmer gently.
  4. Add rinsed cranberries to the saucepan, coating them with syrup and simmer for about 5 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat, allowing cranberries to cool in syrup for 10 minutes.
  6. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Transfer cranberries to the sheet in a single layer.
  7. Let cranberries dry at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
  8. Toss cranberries in a bowl with powdered sugar until evenly coated.
  9. Return sugared cranberries to the baking sheet, spreading in a single layer, and let set for 15 minutes.
  10. Optional: Sprinkle fresh orange zest over the cranberries before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 25gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22gVitamin C: 10mg

Notes

Choose firm, plump cranberries and avoid oversimming to maintain texture. Allow cooling in syrup for enhanced flavor.

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