Sugared Cranberries are a simple, no-cook garnish that transforms raw cranberries into sparkling, sugar-crusted jewels perfect for elevating cocktails and mocktails.
Author:Amanda MacArthur
Prep Time:10 minutes
Freezing Time:1 hour
Total Time:1 hour 10 minutes
Yield:Approximately 2 cups1x
Ingredients
Scale
2 cups fresh cranberries
1 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
Optional: Superfine sugar for extra sparkle
Instructions
Rinse cranberries and pat completely dry
Pour sugar into a wide, shallow bowl
Roll each cranberry in sugar until fully coated
Place coated cranberries on a baking sheet
Freeze for 30-60 minutes until firm
Use immediately or store in freezer in an airtight container
Notes
Use fresh, firm cranberries
Ensure cranberries are completely dry before sugaring
