Cranberry Simple Syrup

Sweet, tart Cranberry Simple Syrup - made with just 3 ingredients! This syrup is super easy to make and adds delicious cranberry flavor to any of your favorite drinks!

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Cook Time: 5

Servings:

Calories: 70kcal

Author: Cathy Trochelman

Ingredients

1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup water
1 1/2 cups fresh cranberries

Instructions

Combine the water, sugar, and cranberries in a saucepan. Stir and bring to a boil.
Once the cranberries begin to pop, continue boiling for 1-2 minutes.
Remove from heat, cover, and set aside to cool.
Strain through a fine mesh strainer, reserving the cranberries. Store the simple syrup and the cranberries separately in sealed containers in the refrigerator.

Notes

Recipe Variations:

- Add cinnamon sticks to make a cinnamon cranberry simple syrup

- Add whole allspice, cloves, or mulling spices for a warm holiday twist

- Add less sugar to make a more tart simple syrup

- Use brown sugar instead of granulated sugar

- Substitute 100% cranberry juice for the water for more intense cranberry flavor

- Add fresh rosemary for an herbal twist

Storage Tips:

Simple syrup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 month. I like to store mine in a glass jar for easy pouring!

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