Candied Orange Peels: A Step-by-Step Recipe with Photos for Quick and Easy Cooking

Fragrant candied orange peels They'll add a zesty citrus flavor to baked goods, cookies, or pies, and also enhance the flavor of your favorite tea. Today, we'll tell you how to quickly make excellent candied citrus at home and offer a detailed recipe with detailed photos of each step.

Candied Orange Peels: How to Make Your Own at Home

Nutritional value per serving

184.9 kcal

Proteins: 1.4 g
Fats: 6.4 g
Carbohydrates: 31.7 g

*Nutritional value is calculated per 100g of ingredients

Total time: 26 hours
Time in the kitchen: 3 hours
Complexity:

A simple recipe.
Number of servings: 1

1 kg of prepared candied fruits

Natural candied orange peels, made at home, are a tasty and healthy product with a wide range of culinary uses.

The bright citrus aroma of orange zest perfectly complements the taste:

cupcakes;
muffins;
Easter cakes;
sweet pies;
biscuits;
buns and other baked goods.

Candied fruits are also an excellent seasoning for various poultry dishes.

Sweet pieces of orange peel coated in sugar can also be used in a variety of drinks, including flavoring black or green tea.

Soft candied fruits can be eaten simply like candy, but keep in mind that you should not consume too many orange peels, as the product can cause an allergic reaction.

A detailed step-by-step recipe for making candied orange peels with photos

Candied Orange Peels – A Simple Homemade Recipe

Ingredients

Servings

1 kg of prepared candied fruits

Orange peels

700 G
Sugar

700 G
Water

700 G
Lemon juice

1 tbsp
Ginger root

20 G
Cinnamon sticks

1 pcs
Carnation

2 pcs
Star anise

2 pcs
Powdered sugar

Preparation

Step 1

To obtain 700 grams of peel, from which we will prepare 1 kg of candied fruit, we will need about 2 kg of fresh oranges.

Sweet candied fruits can be made from both orange and lemon peels.

Before you begin cooking, citrus fruits must be washed thoroughly, as the peel may be treated with special compounds.

You don't have to buy citrus fruits specifically for candied peel. You can stockpile peels seasonally, as they can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks and in the freezer for up to six months.

Step 2

We cut the peel crosswise without damaging the segments, and also cut off the top and bottom caps, and peel each orange, as in the photo.

Step 3

To make candied fruit, we need a peel with an orange skin and a white base (no need to cut it off), but if there are a lot of white threads-veins on the inside, you can simply remove them with your hands.

Before moving on, be sure to weigh the crusts so you know how much sugar and other ingredients to use.

Step 4

You can remove the bitterness found in orange peels by simply soaking them. To do this, soak the peels in cold water (unboiled water is fine) for 24 hours. Change the water 3-4 times over 24 hours.

Step 5

After a day, the peel, which has swollen well and completely lost its bitterness, is cut into strips.

If you like, you can make candied fruit shapes using small molds in the shapes of flowers or animals. You'll get unique, natural candies that kids are sure to love.

Step 6

Blanch the fragrant orange strips. To do this, pour boiling water over the peel and let it sit for 10-15 minutes. Then drain the water and repeat the process a second time.

Step 7

Prepare the syrup. It's easiest to do this in a saucepan or frying pan with high sides.

Add 700 grams of water, 700 grams of sugar, spices and lemon juice to the container.

Instead of a vanilla bean, you can use 8-10 g of vanilla sugar. You can also add food coloring to the syrup if you want to make vibrant, natural candies.

Step 8

Add the orange peels to the heated syrup. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and continue cooking, stirring constantly. Cook the candied orange peels until the liquid has completely evaporated. This process is not quick and may take 1.5-2 hours, depending on your cookware and stovetop, as well as the number of peels.

Step 9

As a result, after boiling, you should have beautiful, translucent, soft, elastic and very aromatic candied fruits, as in the photo.

Step 10

Place the still-warm peels on a wire rack. To dry our candied peels, you'll need:

1-2 days at room temperature;
2-3 hours in the oven at 40-50℃;
even less time when using a dehydrator or dryer.

Step 11

Roll the finished candied fruits in powdered sugar to prevent them from sticking together during storage.

Step 12

Store candied peels in the refrigerator, placing them in tightly sealed plastic containers or glass jars. Using this quick recipe, you can make candied orange peels at home, which will last for up to 6 months, perfect for making a variety of desserts and baked goods.

By following the recipe's instructions, you can prepare any candied fruit (dried, wet, or in syrup). Simply vary the cooking time and drying time.

Also watch the video to see how to quickly make candied orange peels at home: