Instructions

  1. Combine granulated sugar and water in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring mixture until sugar dissolves.
  2. Bring to a simmer; remove from heat.
  3. (Do not boil or the cranberries may pop when added.) Stir in cranberries; pour mixture into a bowl.
  4. Cover and refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.
  5. Drain cranberries in a colander over a bowl, reserving steeping liquid, if desired.
  6. Place superfine sugar in a shallow dish.
  7. Add the cranberries, rolling to coat with sugar.
  8. Spread sugared cranberries in a single layer on a baking sheet; let stand at room temperature 1 hour or until dry.
  9. Note: The steeping liquid clings to the berries and helps the sugar adhere.
  10. Store in an airtight container in a cool place for up to a week.