Save A vibrant, jewel-like garnish of sweet-tart cranberries, perfect for topping desserts, cocktails, or festive dishes.
This garnish brings a festive touch to our holiday table every year and always earns compliments.
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Ingredients
- Cranberries: 1 cup (100 g) fresh cranberries
- Syrup: 1/2 cup (120 ml) water, 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
- Coating: 1/2 cup (100 g) superfine or granulated sugar (for rolling)
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Instructions
- Step 1:
- Rinse the cranberries and gently pat dry with a paper towel. Set aside.
- Step 2:
- In a small saucepan, combine water and 1/2 cup sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves completely and the mixture is clear & do not let it boil.
- Step 3:
- Remove the syrup from heat and let it cool for 2 minutes. Add the cranberries, stirring to coat evenly.
- Step 4:
- Using a slotted spoon, transfer cranberries to a wire rack set over a baking sheet. Let them dry for 45 60 minutes until sticky but not wet.
- Step 5:
- Pour the remaining 1/2 cup sugar into a shallow bowl. Roll the sticky cranberries in the sugar until well coated.
- Step 6:
- Return cranberries to the wire rack and let dry for another 15 minutes before using.
Save Sharing this garnish with family during the holidays has created lasting traditions and joyful memories.
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Notes
Try flavoring the syrup with orange zest cinnamon or vanilla for variation Delicious on cakes pancakes cocktails or holiday platters
Required Tools
Small saucepan Slotted spoon Wire rack Baking sheet Shallow bowl
Allergen Information
Free from common allergens (dairy eggs nuts gluten soy) Always check sugar is certified vegan if strict dietary compliance is required
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This simple vegan garnish adds color and flavor making your dishes truly festive.
Recipe Guide
- → How do you make the cranberries sticky before coating?
Soak the cranberries in a warm sugar syrup until glossy and slightly tacky, allowing the syrup to fully coat their surface.
- → What type of sugar is best for coating?
Superfine or granulated sugar works best for a delicate, sparkling outer layer that adheres well to the syrup-coated cranberries.
- → Can the syrup be flavored differently?
Yes, adding orange zest, cinnamon, or vanilla to the syrup creates unique, aromatic variations enhancing the cranberry garnish.
- → How long should the cranberries dry after coating?
Dry them on a wire rack for about 15 minutes after rolling in sugar to ensure the coating sets and stays crisp.
- → What dishes pair well with candied cranberries?
These bright garnishes complement desserts, pancakes, cocktails, and festive platters with their sweet-tart flavor and sparkle.
