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    Sugared Cranberries Recipe

    Published: Jan 21, 2025 by Lisa Killian ยท This post may contain affiliate links. Please read myย  disclosure policy.

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    This Sugared Cranberries Recipe is such an easy way to take holiday snacking to the next level. These sugared cranberries are easy to make, tasty, and so pretty!

    sugared cranberries in dish
    These are so pretty and festive in addition to be delicious!

    I love cranberries! I love them in orange cranberry muffins, as a cranberry relish, and as a sweet snack!ย 

    These are a favorite of mine every holiday season.

    Sugared Cranberries are a simple and tasty holiday favorite!

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    Try these with a tasty holiday drink!

    ย These frosted cranberries are super easy to make!

    process shots of making sugared cranberries
    So easy to make!

    How to make sugared cranberries:

    • Dissolve water and sugar over medium heat
    • Add cranberries and stir to coat thoroughly
    • Place cranberries on a parchment lined baking sheet and allow to dry for an hour
    • Roll in sugar
    • Enjoy!
    coated cranberries in sugar syrup on wooden spoon
    These are so beautiful at every stage of making them!

    Can I use frozen cranberries for this recipe?

    Yep! It doesn't matter if you use fresh or frozen cranberries. I did notice when I used frozen cranberries they didn't stay as firm for as long as the batch made with fresh cranberries- but both were delicious! 

    Can you eat sugared cranberries?

    Yes! These sugared cranberries are delicious and have the great contrast of the tart cranberries and the sweet sugar coating!

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    I made cocktail stirrers out of these by simply sticking them on a toothpick but they are delicious just as a snack!ย 

    These are also great for decorating a fun holiday cake, adding to a Christmas Fruit Salad, or decorating my easy Christmas Trifle!

    These candied cranberries are a great pairing for Christmas cocktails!

    cranberries on skewer
    Put on skewers for a fun drink stirrer!

    How do you store sugared cranberries?

    Store them in a Ziploc bag in the refrigerator for a few days. You can always reroll them in sugar if needed.

    How long do sugared cranberries last?

    Only a few days. You want them to remain hard/crisp. Once they start to soften they arenโ€™t very good to eat anymore.

    A little while ago, I shared this recipe for a delicious Christmas Drink. I thought the drink needed a little something to help the drink stand out so I came up with a sugared cranberries stirrer.

    rolling cranberries in sugar
    The perfect balance of sweet and tart!

    If you like this recipe make don't miss:

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    • Christmas Tree Cupcakes
    • Holiday Trifle
    • Peppermint Bark
    • Hot Cocoa Bombs
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    Sugared Cranberries Recipe

    This Sugared Cranberries Recipe, a beautiful, tasty, and easy addition to any holiday party!
    4.67 from 3 votes
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    Author: Lisa Killian
    Cook Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Resting Time: 1 hour hour
    Total Time: 1 hour hour 5 minutes minutes
    Course: Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 20 servings (2 cups)

    Ingredients

    • 12 oz cranberries (1 bag) fresh or frozen
    • 2 cups sugar divided
    • ยฝ cup water

    Instructions

    How to make sugared cranberries:

    • Rinse cranberries and remove any soft or bad cranberries.
    • In a medium sized saucepot combine ยฝ cup sugar and the water. Over medium heat stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
      dissolving sugar in water
    • Stir in the cranberries until well coated.
      coating cranberries in sugar syrup
    • Using a slotted spoon transfer to a wire rack or parchment lined baking sheet and allow cranberries to dry for an hour.
      cranberries on wire rack
    • After an hour, roll the cranberries in the remaining sugar. Best to do this in batches so you can get the cranberries well coated.
      rolling cranberries in sugar
    • Serve in a bowl or stick on toothpicks for a tasty cocktail stirrer!
      sugared cranberries in dish

    Notes

    Tips and Tricks
    • I've made this with fresh and frozen cranberries and it turns out delicious with both. The batch made with frozen cranberries didn't last quite as long (meaning they didn't stay as firm as the batch with the fresh cranberries).

    Nutrition

    Calories: 85kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 14mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 10IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 1mg

    Post updated 11/13/2020

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    1. Mallorie says

      November 30, 2020 at 12:21 am

      5 stars
      Looks so easy and yummy. Nice Holiday Sweet Treat.

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      • Lisa says

        December 03, 2020 at 11:11 am

        Thank you! It's my favorite!

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