Candied Orange Slices
If you’re in search of a delightful treat that adds a burst of flavor and color to your day, look no further than these Candied Orange Slices! These sweet, zesty slices are not only delicious but incredibly versatile. Enjoy them as a chewy candy, use them to elevate your favorite desserts, or even incorporate them into your holiday baking for an elegant touch. Perfect for snacking or garnishing, they are sure to bring smiles to everyone who tries them.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 15 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large navel oranges (or any type of orange)
- 4 cups granulated sugar (plus extra for rolling)
- 4 cups water (plus extra for blanching)
Instructions
- Scrub the oranges under running water and slice them into ⅛-inch rounds.
- Blanch the orange slices in boiling water for 10 minutes, then cool them quickly in ice water.
- Prepare a syrup by boiling 4 cups of sugar with 4 cups of water until dissolved.
- Simmer the blanched slices in the syrup on low heat for 45-60 minutes until translucent.
- Dry the slices on wire racks in the oven at 175°F for about 30 minutes, then coat in granulated sugar before drying further for another hour.
- Allow to cool completely before storing in an airtight container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 58
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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