Cranberry Candy (Viral Recipe)
If you’re looking for a holiday treat that’s both tart and sweet, let me introduce you to this cranberry candy recipe! These snowy little gems are the ultimate mix of easy recipe and festive fun.
Servings: 2 cups
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Ingredients
- 12 ounces fresh cranberries 340g bag
- 1 cup prosecco
- 1 cup orange juice
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Add cranberries to a medium bowl. Top with Prosecco and orange juice, making sure they’re fully submerged. Let them soak overnight in the refrigerator (or at least 8 hours) to absorb all that delicious flavor.
- Use a slotted spoon or colander to drain the cranberries, saving the juice for later (hello, cranberry mimosas or a simple syrup mixture!).
- Toss the drained cranberries in powdered sugar using a large Ziploc bag. Shake it like you’re on TikTok, making sure each cranberry is evenly coated.
- Spread the coated cranberries in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake at 200°F for 5-7 minutes.
- Let the cranberries cool completely on the baking sheet or a wire rack before serving. Store in an airtight container to keep them fresh and fabulous.
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Notes
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- Store these candy cranberries in an airtight container on the counter for a few days. Be sure to avoid moisture or they will become sticky and turn pink.
- Fresh cranberries give that delightful “pop” when you bite into them. Do not attempt to use frozen cranberries, they simply do not work in this recipe.
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- Not a Prosecco fan? Try 7-Up, sparkling cider, or even cranberry juice for a non-alcoholic version.
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- Skip the soak if you’re in a hurry. Rinsing the cranberries in water will do in a pinch, but soaking them adds sweetness and helps the powdered sugar stick better.
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- The leftover Prosecco-oj soak is liquid gold. Use it as a base for cranberry sauce, a sugar syrup, or mix it with dark chocolate and orange zest for a festive dessert drizzle.
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- If your cranberries are too cold, the powdered sugar might not adhere as well. Let them sit for a few minutes before coating.
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- Double the recipe! These sparkling cranberries are addictive and make the perfect holiday gift. Trust me, you’ll want extras!
Nutrition
Serving: 2cups | Calories: 448kcal | Carbohydrates: 95g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 0.5g | Saturated Fat: 0.04g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 6mg | Potassium: 385mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 78g | Vitamin A: 350IU | Vitamin C: 86mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 1mg