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Brandied cranberries in a mason jar.
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Brandied Cranberries

These Brandied Cranberries are ready in a day and make wonderful Christmas gifts or treats to bring to a party! 
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling 1 day
Servings 8
Calories 122kcal

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 star anise pod
  • 1 vanilla bean split
  • 2 ½ cups cranberries
  • ½ cup brandy

Instructions

  • Bring the sugar and ¾ cup water, cinnamon stick, star anise pod, and vanilla bean to a boil. Add the cranberries and cook for 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in ½ cup brandy. Let cool and refrigerate overnight.

Notes

Can substitute 1 teaspoon vanilla for the vanilla bean. 
You can omit the star anise and cinnamon if you want a less complex flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 122kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 26mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 20IU | Vitamin C: 4.1mg | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 0.1mg