Ingredients
3 cups white granulated sugar
3 cups water
3 small oranges or tangelos, sliced into 18–20 pieces
Instructions
1-Combine 3 cups white granulated sugar and 3 cups water in a large skillet or saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir occasionally until the sugar completely dissolves and the syrup boils.
2-Reduce the heat to medium and carefully add the orange slices without overcrowding.
3-Simmer gently for 45 to 60 minutes, turning the slices occasionally, until the peels become nearly translucent.
4-Remove the slices using tongs and lay them out on a wire rack in a single layer.
5-Allow the slices to dry uncovered at room temperature for 24 to 48 hours, until they are tacky but set like gummy candy.
6-Optional: Dip the slices in additional granulated sugar for a frosted look and to reduce stickiness.
7-Store the candied slices in an airtight container, separating layers with parchment paper.
Last Step:
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🍴 Use small oranges like tangelos or mandarins for best flavor and size.
🔥 Maintain a gentle simmer to avoid caramelizing syrup; restart syrup if caramelization occurs.
🔪 Use a mandoline slicer for uniform slices and halve large slices to prevent breakage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Drying Time: 24 to 48 hours
- Cook Time: 45 to 60 minutes
- Category: Snack, Dessert, Garnish
- Method: Simmering, Drying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan, Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg