Delightful Candied Orange Slices for a Zesty Treat Await!
A sweet and zesty treat made from fresh oranges, perfect for snacking or as a garnish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Approximately 20 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Candying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large oranges
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Wash the oranges thoroughly and slice them into thin rounds.
- In a saucepan, combine sugar and water, and bring to a boil.
- Add the orange slices to the boiling syrup and reduce the heat.
- Simmer the slices for about 45 minutes until they become translucent.
- Remove the slices and place them on a wire rack to cool and dry.
- Once dried, you can coat them in additional sugar if desired.
Notes
- Store the candied orange slices in an airtight container.
- They can be used as a garnish for desserts or enjoyed on their own.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- 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