Yes, our dried cranberries are lightly sweetened with sugar. Unsweetened cranberries are extremely tart (even more so than fresh ones). A small amount of sugar is added to make them palatable and to create the classic 'Craisin'-style sweet-tart flavour.
'Craisins' is simply a popular brand name for dried cranberries, trademarked by Ocean Spray. Our product is the same thing—sweetened dried cranberries—just without the brand name.
They are incredibly versatile! They are perfect for baking in muffins, scones, and biscuits (especially with white chocolate). They are also a classic addition to trail mixes, muesli, porridge, and salads.
To prevent them from sinking, toss the dried cranberries in a small amount of the flour from your recipe *before* you fold them into the wet batter. The light flour coating helps them 'grip' the batter and stay suspended.
It's a great idea! Soaking them in hot water for 15-20 minutes plumps them up and prevents them from absorbing moisture *from* your batter, which keeps your baked goods moister. Just drain them well before using.
Store them in an airtight container in a cool, dark, and dry place (like a pantry). For long-term freshness and to keep them soft and chewy, the refrigerator or freezer is an excellent option.
