Vegan Candied Cranberry Garnish (Print Version)

Vibrant candied cranberries coated in sugar for a sparkling, sweet-tart garnish ideal for desserts and drinks.

# Ingredient List:

→ Cranberries

01 - 1 cup fresh cranberries (100 g)

→ Syrup

02 - 1/2 cup water (4 fl oz / 120 ml)
03 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar (100 g)

→ Coating

04 - 1/2 cup superfine or granulated sugar (100 g)

# Recipe Steps:

01 - Rinse cranberries thoroughly and gently pat dry with a paper towel. Set aside.
02 - In a small saucepan, combine water and 1/2 cup granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring continuously until sugar dissolves completely and mixture is clear, ensuring it does not boil.
03 - Remove syrup from heat and let cool for 2 minutes. Stir in cranberries to coat evenly with syrup.
04 - Use a slotted spoon to transfer cranberries onto a wire rack set over a baking sheet. Let them dry for 45 to 60 minutes until sticky but not wet.
05 - Pour remaining 1/2 cup superfine or granulated sugar into a shallow bowl. Roll sticky cranberries in sugar until fully coated.
06 - Return cranberries to the wire rack and allow to dry for an additional 15 minutes before use.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Sweet-tart flavor perfect for desserts and cocktails
  • Easy and quick to prepare
02 -
  • Use superfine sugar for a delicate, sparkly coating
  • Store candied cranberries in an airtight container for up to 2 days
03 -
  • Do not let the syrup boil to avoid bitter taste
  • Dry cranberries well for best sugar coating
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