Description
These delightful candied orange slices bring a burst of bright flavor and color to any occasion. Perfect as a sweet snack, a garnish for cakes, or an eye-catching addition to cheese boards and cocktails, this simple recipe makes it easy to create your own homemade treats. With just a few ingredients and straightforward steps, you can enjoy the vibrant taste of citrus in every bite. These sugar-coated gems not only offer deliciousness but also allow you to control the ingredients without preservatives found in store-bought options. Get ready to impress your friends and family with these beautiful candied orange slices that are sure to brighten anyone’s day!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large navel oranges
- 4 cups granulated sugar (plus extra for rolling)
- 4 cups water
Instructions
- Scrub the oranges clean and slice into ⅛-inch rounds.
- Blanch the orange slices in boiling water for 10 minutes, then transfer them to ice water.
- In a pot, bring 4 cups of sugar and 4 cups of water to a boil until dissolved.
- Add the blanched oranges to the syrup and simmer for 45-60 minutes until translucent.
- Place slices on wire racks over a cookie sheet and bake at 175°F for 30 minutes; then coat in sugar and continue drying for another 1-1½ hours.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (15g)
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg