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Candied Orange Peel

Delightful Candied Orange Peel for Your Sweet Treats

This delightful candied orange peel recipe transforms simple ingredients into a sweet treat, perfect for snacking or as a garnish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Drying Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 10 pieces
Course: Dessert
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Candied Peel
  • 4 large navel oranges Choose vibrant, firm oranges for the best flavor
  • 2 cups water Essential for cooking the peels
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar Divided
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Optional
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Omit if desired
For Sugar Coating
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar For coating, adds a sugary crunch

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan
  • Slotted spoon
  • Cooling Rack
  • shallow bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Trim the tops and bottoms off the oranges to create a stable base. Remove the skins in long strips.
  2. Cut the peel into ¼ inch wide strips.
  3. Combine the orange peels, water, 1 cup of sugar, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat.
  4. Once simmering, reduce heat and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla extract, and let soak for 5-10 minutes.
  6. Transfer the soaked peels to a cooling rack to drain for at least 15 minutes.
  7. Toss drained peels in the remaining sugar until coated.
  8. Dry the sugar-coated peels on a cooling rack for about 30 minutes.
  9. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 22gFat: 0.5gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 20gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mg

Notes

Press firmly while peeling to avoid excess pith and ensure better flavor.

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