3 Ingredients Sparkling Sugared Cranberries
Elevate your dessert game with these 3 Ingredients Sparkling Sugared Cranberries! This quick and easy recipe transforms fresh cranberries into a stunning treat that’s perfect for any occasion. With their vibrant color and sweet crunch, these sparkling gems are not only a delightful snack but also serve as beautiful garnishes for holiday pies, salads, and cocktails. Made with just three simple ingredients—water, organic cane sugar, and fresh cranberries—this recipe is versatile enough to customize with your favorite flavors like citrus zest or aromatic herbs. Whether you’re looking to impress guests at a festive gathering or treat yourself to a special snack, these sparkling cranberries will surely add a touch of joy and sweetness to your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Water
- 3/4 cup Organic Cane Sugar (divided)
- 1 cup Fresh Cranberries
Instructions
- Prepare the Sugar Syrup: In a small saucepan, whisk together water and 1/2 cup sugar over medium heat until it simmers and the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and stir in cranberries. Let steep for 10 minutes.
- Strain and Dry: Strain cranberries while reserving syrup. Spread cranberries on parchment paper on a cooling rack; allow drying at room temperature for about 45 minutes.
- Coat in Sugar: Roll dried cranberries in remaining sugar until fully coated.
- Enjoy or Store: Serve immediately or store in a lidded container with a small bowl of rice to absorb moisture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 10 sugared cranberries
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg