No-Added-Sugar Sugared Cranberries
Delight in these naturally sweetened, no-added-sugar sugared cranberries—a perfect tangy and crunchy snack or garnish that’s both wholesome and festive.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons erythritol or preferred granulated sugar substitute
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse the fresh cranberries and pat them dry with a paper towel.
- In a small saucepan, combine 2 tablespoons of water and erythritol. Heat gently over medium until the sweetener is fully dissolved, forming a syrup.
- Remove the syrup from heat and stir in the vanilla extract if using.
- Toss the cranberries in the syrup to coat them evenly.
- Using a slotted spoon, transfer the coated cranberries onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Sprinkle additional erythritol on top for extra sparkle if desired.
- Allow the cranberries to dry at room temperature for 2–3 hours or until they develop a crunchy sugar coating.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
For a festive touch, try adding a pinch of cinnamon or orange zest to the syrup before coating the cranberries.
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