Candied Orange Peel Strips Recipe
Make the best candied orange peel strips with this foolproof recipe. Great for desserts, garnishes, or sweet treats—totally addictive!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 1 cup
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
4 large oranges
2 cups sugar
1 cup water
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
Wash the oranges thoroughly and peel them into thick strips.
Boil the orange peels in a pot of water for 5 minutes to remove bitterness.
Drain and rinse the peels under cold water.
In a saucepan, combine sugar, water, and optional vanilla extract. Bring to a simmer.
Add the orange peels and simmer for 45 minutes until they become translucent.
Remove the peels and place them on a wire rack to dry for 24 hours.
Notes
Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Use organic oranges to avoid pesticide residue.
Optionally, toss in extra sugar once dried for added sweetness.
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