Candied Dried Bayberry
Transform leftover bayberries from your wine batch into a sweet, tangy treat. These candy-like dried berries are perfect for snacking or gifting.
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This recipe gives new life to bayberries that have already been used for making bayberry wine. The alcohol-soaked fruit pairs beautifully with rock sugar, creating a unique candy with a subtle boozy undertone.
Ingredients
bayberries previously used for wine
300 grams
rock sugar
100 grams (adjust to taste)
water
½ cup
Instructions
1
Prepare the berries
Drain the bayberries that have been soaking in wine. Give them a gentle rinse if desired, then pat completely dry with paper towels.
2
Start cooking
Add the bayberries to a wide, heavy-bottomed pan. Pour in the water and scatter the rock sugar over the top. Place over medium-high heat and bring to a gentle boil.
3
Simmer and reduce
Once boiling, reduce heat to low. Let the mixture simmer gently, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. The sugar will dissolve and create a glossy syrup that coats the berries.
4
Finish and dry
Continue cooking until the liquid has almost completely evaporated and the berries are glazed in a thick syrup. Remove from heat and spread on a parchment-lined tray. Let cool completely until the outside becomes slightly tacky and dry.
