Best 2 Sugared Cranberries And Rosemary Recipes

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**Sugared Cranberries and Rosemary: A Festive Treat for the Holidays**

As the holiday season approaches, kitchens across the globe come alive with the aroma of festive treats. Among these delectable delights, sugared cranberries and rosemary stand out as a culinary gem. With their vibrant red color, tart flavor, and a hint of herbaceousness from rosemary, these sugared treats are both visually appealing and bursting with flavor. Whether you're looking for a festive addition to your holiday table or a unique gift for loved ones, this recipe offers a simple yet stunning way to elevate your holiday celebrations.

This article features two delightful variations of sugared cranberries and rosemary: the classic sugared cranberries and a tantalizing rosemary-infused version. Both recipes are easy to follow and require minimal ingredients, making them perfect for home cooks of all skill levels. The classic sugared cranberries offer a sweet and tangy treat, while the rosemary-infused version adds a layer of complexity with its aromatic herb flavor. Additionally, the article includes tips for storing and serving these sugared treats, ensuring they remain fresh and delicious throughout the holiday season.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SUGARED CRANBERRIES



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Sugared fresh cranberries taste sour on the inside and sweet on the outside. Serve them in a glass bowl as a Christmas snack or stick them on toothpicks and poke them into an apple as a fun Christmas decoration.

Provided by nch

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Cranberry Dessert Recipes

Time 11h20m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup sugar, plus extra for coating
1 fluid ounce water
7 ounces fresh cranberries

Steps:

  • Heat sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir until the sugar has dissolved, about 3 minutes. Remove syrup from heat and allow to cool until lukewarm. Add cranberries to syrup and carefully stir to coat. Cover and refrigerate 8 hours to overnight.
  • Sprinkle a baking sheet with sugar and line a second baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Drain cranberries well and spread out onto the sugar-covered baking sheet. Roll in the sugar and transfer cranberries to the parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer. Allow to dry for 3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 43.2 calories, Carbohydrate 11.2 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Sodium 0.2 mg, Sugar 10.4 g

SUGARED CRANBERRIES AND ROSEMARY



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Use these decorative fruits and herbs when making our Gingerbread Semifreddo.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Yield Makes 1/2 cup

Number Of Ingredients 4

3/4 cup Calvados Soaking Syrup
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 cup fresh cranberries
12 sprigs rosemary

Steps:

  • Pour soaking syrup into a medium bowl; place sugar in a large one. Insert a wooden toothpick into a cranberry. Dip a cranberry into syrup, tap off any excess liquid, and roll in sugar. Set aside on parchment. Repeat.
  • Dip a rosemary sprig in syrup; tap off any excess liquid. Dip into sugar, and tap off excess sugar. Set aside on parchment. Repeat.

Tips:

  • Use fresh cranberries for the best flavor and texture.
  • Rinse the cranberries thoroughly before using them.
  • To make the sugar syrup, use a heavy-bottomed saucepan to prevent scorching.
  • Bring the sugar syrup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Add the cranberries to the sugar syrup and cook until they are coated and slightly softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove the cranberries from the sugar syrup and let them cool on a wire rack.
  • Once the cranberries are cool, toss them with the rosemary and sugar.
  • Serve the sugared cranberries immediately or store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Sugared cranberries are a delicious and festive treat that is perfect for the holidays. They are easy to make and can be enjoyed on their own or used as a topping for desserts, salads, and cocktails. With their bright red color and sweet and tangy flavor, sugared cranberries are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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