Sweet & Savory Baked Cranberries with Brandy
This delightful dish transforms fresh cranberries into a sweet and tangy treat, perfect for any holiday gathering or special occasion. The combination of granulated sugar and brandy works wonders to balance the natural tartness of the cranberries, infusing them with warm and rich flavors. Baked until just bursting, these cranberries make for a stunning topping on toast, ice cream, or as a side dish that complements meats beautifully. Whether served warm or chilled, this recipe is sure to impress your guests and tantalize their taste buds.
8
Servings
150
Calories
4
Ingredients
Ingredients
Cranberries
2 (12-ounce bags)
Granulated Sugar
2 (cup)
Brandy
1/4 (cup)
Granulated Sugar
1/3 (cup)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a glass 13x9x2-inch baking dish, place the cranberries evenly.
3
Generously sprinkle the first 2 cups of granulated sugar over the cranberries. Do not stir, allowing the sugar to coat the berries.
4
Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil to trap the steam needed for cooking.
5
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until the cranberries have begun to burst open.
6
Carefully remove the baking dish from the oven and take off the foil; stir the mixture gently to combine.
7
Let the cranberry mixture stand for about 10 minutes to cool slightly before drizzling with brandy.
8
Stir in the remaining 1/3 cup of granulated sugar until well combined.
9
Allow the dish to cool to room temperature, then transfer to the refrigerator to chill before serving.
Nutrition Information
0g
Fat
40g
Carbs
0g
Protein
3g
Fiber
35g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main dish being prepared?
The dish is Sweet & Savory Baked Cranberries with Brandy.
What temperature should the oven be preheated to?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
What type of baking dish is recommended?
A glass 13x9x2-inch baking dish is recommended.
How many bags of cranberries are needed?
You will need two 12-ounce bags of cranberries.
Should I stir the sugar into the cranberries before baking?
No, you should generously sprinkle the sugar over the cranberries and do not stir.
How much sugar is sprinkled over the cranberries before baking?
Two cups of granulated sugar are used in the first step.
Why is the baking dish covered with aluminum foil?
The foil is used to trap the steam needed for cooking the cranberries.
How long should the cranberries bake?
They should bake for 50-55 minutes.
What indicator suggests the cranberries are done baking?
The cranberries are done when they have begun to burst open.
What should I do immediately after removing the foil?
You should stir the mixture gently to combine.
How long should the mixture stand before adding brandy?
The mixture should stand for about 10 minutes to cool slightly.
How much brandy is added to the recipe?
1/4 cup of brandy is drizzled over the mixture.
Is there more sugar added after the brandy?
Yes, an additional 1/3 cup of granulated sugar is stirred in until well combined.
How should the dish be served?
It can be served warm or chilled.
What are some serving suggestions for these cranberries?
They can be used as a topping on toast, ice cream, or as a side dish for meats.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes 8 servings.
What is the calorie count per serving?
There are 150 calories per serving.
Does this recipe contain any fat?
No, the recipe contains 0g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in one serving?
One serving contains 40g of carbohydrates.
How much fiber is in the recipe?
Each serving contains 3g of fiber.
How much sugar is in a single serving?
There are 35g of sugar per serving.
Does this dish contain any protein?
No, the protein content is 0g.
What is the recipe category?
This recipe is categorized under Fruit.
How many total ingredients are required?
There are 4 unique ingredients: cranberries, granulated sugar (divided), and brandy.
Is the sodium content high in this dish?
The recipe does not list any sodium content.
Is there any cholesterol in these baked cranberries?
No, the recipe does not contain cholesterol.
What is the first step of the instructions?
The first step is to preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Should the dish be refrigerated?
Yes, after cooling to room temperature, it should be moved to the refrigerator to chill.
Can I use frozen cranberries?
The recipe specifies fresh cranberries, but frozen can typically be substituted.
What kind of flavor profile does this dish have?
It is described as a sweet and tangy treat with warm and rich flavors from the brandy.