Cranberry Gumdrops

Source: Country Woman Christmas

This unique treat combines two holiday favorites— the tangy flavor of cranberry and a sweet chewy candy.

2 envelopes unflavored gelatine
1/2 cup cold water
1 (16 ounce) can jellied cranberry sauce
2 cups granulated sugar, divided
3 (3 ounce) packages raspberry gelatin
Additional sugar, optional

In a saucepan, sprinkle unflavored gelatine over water; let stand for 2 minutes to soften. Add cranberry sauce and 1 cup granulated sugar; cook over low heat until sauce is melted and sugar is dissolved, about 10 minutes. Whisk until smooth. Remove from the heat and add raspberry gelatin; stir until completely dissolved, about 3 minutes. Pour into an 8-inch square baking pan coated with nonstick cooking spray. Cover and let stand at room temperature for 12 hours or overnight (do not refrigerate).

Cut into 1-inch squares; roll in remaining sugar. Place on baking sheets; let stand at room temperature for 3 hours. Turn pieces over and let stand 3 hours longer. Roll in additional sugar if desired. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Yields about 5 dozen.