Sugared Cranberries
Feb 08, 2026 01:54 PM
Making sugared cranberries transforms the usually tart fresh cranberry to an almost candied flavor and texture. Perfect for garnishing fall and winter desserts, a fun snack, or an interesting addition to a charcuterie board!
Have you ever seen those elaborate winter cakes that have frosted cranberries and herbs on the top as a garnish/decoration? Ever wonder how to make those?
Well I’m here to show you!
While they’re fabulous as a garnish on those desserts, they’re actually delicious to eat as a little snack as well, since the usually tart cranberries absorb the sugar mixture and become the perfect mix of sweet and a little tart.
There are several ways to make them, but this is my preferred method, as it tends to yield a sugared cranberry with an even coating of sugar, as opposed to some methods where the sugar clumps up a bit.
This isn’t a recipe I love to make ahead, but most of the time spent making these berries is hands-off, waiting for them to cool!
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar divided
- 1/2 cup water
- 3 cups fresh cranberries rinsed and dried
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cook Time:
5 minutes
Total Time:
75 minutes
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