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Candied Orange Peel and Slices Recipe
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Candied Orange Slices

Homemade, easy candied orange peel recipe and candied orange slices recipe, made with simple ingredients. Great as dessert, snack or cake decorations.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Chill time1 day
Total Time1 day 1 hour 10 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 18 Candied orange slices
Calories: 142kcal
Author: Abeer Rizvi

Ingredients

  • 4 Oranges Medium size, Cut into ¼ inch thick slices
  • 4 cups Water
  • Large bowl of ice water
  • 2 cups Granulated sugar
  • 1 cup Additional granulated sugar For coating

Instructions

  • Wash and dry oranges and cut them into small circular slices. Discard all the seeds.
  • In a saucepan, add water and bring to a boil.
  • Add the orange slices and boil for 1 minute. 
  • Transfer the orange slices to the bowl of ice water. 
  • Remove 2 cups of the boiled water from the saucepan that was used for boiling. Discard the rest.
  • Add this 2 cups of reserved orange flavored water In a large pot.
  • Add sugar, mix and bring to a boil.
    Note: Be sure to stir occasionally until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  • Lower the heat. I use medium low heat. 
  • Arrange orange slices in a single layer. 
  • Simmer for 45-50 minutes or until rinds are a bit translucent. 
    Note: Be sure to swirl the orange slices in the pot every few minutes to make sure they are evenly coated with this sugar syrup.
  • Place these slices on a cooling rack. Then, place the rack over a large sheet pan. 
  • Let these candied orange slices sit for 24 hours at room temperature or until dry. 
  • Dip each orange slice in granulated sugar until fully coated. Enjoy! 

Notes

  • Read all my tips above.
  • Leftovers can be stores in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 month.

Nutrition

Calories: 142kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 52mg | Sugar: 35g | Vitamin A: 65IU | Vitamin C: 15.5mg | Calcium: 13mg