Ingredients for Vanilla Orange Sugared Cranberries
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon orange extract
- 12 ounces (about 3 cups) fresh cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
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How to Make Vanilla Orange Sugared Cranberries
- Combine 2 cups granulated sugar, 1/2 cup water, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1 teaspoon orange extract in a medium saucepan.
- Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is completely dissolved. Do not boil.
- Gently add 12 ounces (about 3 cups) fresh cranberries to the saucepan and stir to combine.
- The hot syrup will soften the cranberry skins and coat the berries.
- Cover the cranberries with a small plate to keep them mostly submerged.
- Cover the saucepan and refrigerate overnight (or for at least 8 hours).
- Place 1 cup granulated sugar in a shallow dish.
- Strain the cranberries, reserving the syrup (see step 12).
- Add the cranberries to the sugar and gently toss until they are completely coated.
- Carefully transfer the sugared cranberries to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and let them dry for about 1 hour, or until the sugar coating is hard.
- Once dry, store the sugared cranberries in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to a week.
- Refrigerate the leftover vanilla-orange cranberry syrup for delicious cocktails or as a glaze for desserts!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
1020g
Fat
0g
Carbs
88g