Easy Candied Cranberries Recipe

Forget sticky syrups and endless boiling! These easy candied cranberries are ready in just 20 minutes with minimal cleanup. Perfectly sweet and bursting with flavor, they're ideal for elevating cupcakes, cakes, fruit tarts, and even cocktails. A silpat makes this recipe even easier, but a foil-lined baking sheet works perfectly too. Get ready to impress with this simple yet elegant treat!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 56.1 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Easy Candied Cranberries

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How to Make Easy Candied Cranberries

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Pick over 12 ounces (340g) of fresh cranberries to remove any stems and discard.
  3. In a large bowl, gently toss cranberries with 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar until evenly coated.
  4. Spread cranberries in a single layer on a silpat-lined baking sheet or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. If using parchment paper, lightly grease with butter or oil to prevent sticking.
  5. Roast for 15 minutes, stirring halfway through (at the 7.5-minute mark) to ensure even candying.
  6. Remove from oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet. The cranberries will continue to candy as they cool.
  7. Once cool, store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

49g

Fat

0g

Carbs

4g