How to Make Sugared Cranberries

Sugared cranberries are an easy yet beautiful garnish for so many festive delights, from  to . They’re also very tasty as a sweet snack all on their own! You need just 3 ingredients to make these sparkly treats, and you can use the same method with fresh rosemary.

Ingredients

• 1 cup (100g) fresh cranberries (do not use frozen)
• 3/4 cup (180ml) water
• 1 and 1/4 cups (250g) granulated sugar, divided

Instructions

1. Place cranberries in a large heatproof bowl. Set aside.
2. In a medium saucepan set over medium heat, bring the water and 3/4 cup (150g) of sugar to a simmer, whisking until the sugar has dissolved. Remove the pan from heat and allow to cool for 5 minutes.
3. Pour the sugar syrup over the cranberries and stir. Cover the bowl and set aside for 15 minutes.
4. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cranberries from the sugar syrup and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Allow to dry, uncovered, for 1 hour. The cranberries will be quite sticky at this point.
5. Pour remaining 1/2 cup (100g) sugar into a large bowl. Toss the cranberries in the sugar, coating them all the way around. Place the sugared cranberries on a parchment paper- or silicone baking mat-lined baking sheet and let them dry uncovered for at least 1 hour at room temperature or in the refrigerator.
6. Store them lightly covered at room temperature or in the refrigerator for a few days. If they start to look a little wet, toss them in a little more sugar. Do not freeze the sugared cranberries because, as they thaw, the sugar absorbs into the liquid