Easy and simple, these sparkling cranberries are a perfect addition to holiday snacks, drinks, and desserts!
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Drying Time1 hourhr
Total Time1 hourhr10 minutesmins
Cuisine: American
Course: Condiment, Dessert
Servings: 12ounces
Calories: 110kcal
Ingredients
1 1/2cupssugar
1/2cupwater
12ouncescranberries
Instructions
Combine 1/2 cup sugar and the water in a medium pot over medium heat. Stir until sugar is dissolved. Do not boil.
Add the cranberries and stir to coat (work in batches if desired). Remove the berries with a slotted spoon and place them on a cooling rack.
Let the berries sit for one hour. They will no longer be wet but will be sticky.
Roll the berries in the remaining sugar to completely coat.
Berries can be stored in an air tight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
Notes
Only fresh cranberries are recommended for this recipe.Use the simple syrup in desserts and cocktails!This recipe can easily be halved based on how many you want to make.