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These homemade Candied Orange Slices are a stunning edible decoration and sweet treat made with just three ingredients: fresh oranges, sugar, and water. Perfect for garnishing cakes, cocktails, or enjoying as a candied citrus snack, this easy recipe transforms ordinary oranges into beautiful, glossy treats.
Candied Orange Slices are more than a pretty garnish!
Candied Orange Slices are more than a pretty garnish!I fell in love with candied orange slices while we were living in Europe–they were sold at markets all around Barcelona, and other cities, and almost looked too pretty to eat. Some were dipped in chocolate and reminded me of orange sticks we ate at Christmas; I knew I wanted to make them from scratch this holiday season!
Making candied oranges is EASY! All you need is oranges, sugar and water. Some recipes call for boiling them in water, first to remove bitterness, but since they get cooked in a simple syrup for almost an hour, I've found that step unnecessary. Candied oranges last for weeks and we love dipping them in chocolate for an extra special treat, or the plain ones look beautiful for decorating cakes, like our orange olive oil cake.
How to make Candied Orange Slices:
Slice Oranges: Scrub each orange to remove any wax coating. Dry and slice with a serrated knife.
Candy Oranges: All you need for this is literally sugar and water! This recipe couldn't be easier but I promise that sweet candied orange flavor is incredible! After you dissolve the sugar in the water, lay oranges in a single layer. Let it simmer for 45 minutes, turning occasionally until they become translucent. Watch them close, you do not want them to get dark or brown.
Dry: Use tongs to transfer each orange slice to a parchment lined baking sheet, letting excess sugar water drip off. I like to let them dry for 24 hours on a wire cooling rack, flipping them a few times to make sure they get dry on both sides. Dip half of the orange slice in melted dark chocolate, if desired. They are delicious with or without chocolate! These make the perfect neighbor gift with these cute boxes and my free label!
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Recipe
Candied Orange Slices
Ingredients
- 2 large oranges* (seedless if possible)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- good quality dark chocolate chips, or semi-sweet , my favorite is Guittard extra dark chocolate chips for this recipe
Instructions
- Prep Oranges: Wash/scrub to remove any wax. Slice into thin, even rounds (about ¼ inch thick). Remove any seeds.2 large oranges*
- Candy Oranges: In a large skillet or saucepan, add sugar and water. Stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves. Add orange slices in a single layer (work in batches if needed). Simmer on low heat for 45 minutes, turning occasionally, until slices become translucent. Watch carefully to prevent the syrup from darkening or burning.2 cups granulated sugar, 1 cup water
- Dry Slices: Use tongs to transfer the orange slices (allow excess syrup to drip from them) onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Allow them to dry for 24 hours at room temperature (or bake at 200°F for 1–2 hours ,to speed it up). I turn rotate them a few times to help them dry and both sides.
- Dip in Chocolate (optional): After the oranges have dried, dip them halfway in melted dark chocolate and place on parchment until set.good quality dark chocolate chips, or semi-sweet
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature, or in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
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