Prepare the cranberries

• Wash the cranberries and pat them dry.
• Pick through them and discard any soft or mushy berries.

Soak in cider and soda

• Pour equal parts apple cider and Sprite into a bowl.
• Add the cranberries and refrigerate for 12 to 24 hours.

Coat with powdered sugar

• Strain the cranberries and transfer them to a clean bowl.
• Add a generous amount of powdered sugar and shake until every berry is coated.
• If the berries look wet or sticky, add more powdered sugar.

Dry in the oven

• Preheat the oven to 200°F (95 °C).
• Arrange the berries in a single layer on a tray and bake to dry the sugar coating, not to cook the berries.

Finish drying and chill

• Leave the berries on the counter for a few hours to finish drying.
• Store in an airtight container and refrigerate for 12 hours before serving chilled.