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Cranberry Candy Recipe

A delightful holiday treat! This treasured family recipe delivers chewy, sweet-tart cranberry candies, perfectly balanced with a hint of citrus and a satisfying crunch. Easy to make and perfect for gifting or enjoying yourself.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 53 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 4.3 (9 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cranberry Candy

  • 1 (16 ounce) can whole berry cranberry sauce
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • Orange Jell O
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
  • 1 (3 ounce) package cranberry flavored gelatin
  • 1 cup granulated sugar for rolling
  • 1 1/2 packages Knox unflavored gelatin (optional)

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How to Make Cranberry Candy

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups granulated sugar and 1 (16 ounce) can of whole berry cranberry sauce.
  2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until sugar is dissolved and mixture begins to boil.
  3. Add 1 (3 ounce) package of cranberry flavored gelatin and stir until completely dissolved.
  4. Stir in 1 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans.
  5. Lightly grease a 9x5x3 inch baking pan. Pour candy mixture into the prepared pan.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until completely firm.
  7. Once firm, cut candy into small (1 to 1 1/2 inch) pieces.
  8. Roll the cut candies in 1 cup of granulated sugar to coat evenly.
  9. Place candies on a wire rack or parchment paper and let stand at room temperature for at least 24 hours to dry completely.
  10. After 24 hours, roll the candies in granulated sugar again for extra sweetness and shine. (Optional: For a firmer candy, add 1 1/2 packages of Knox unflavored gelatin along with the cranberry gelatin in step 3.)

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

41g

Fat

0g

Carbs

3g

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