Description
Classic Candied Orange Slices are a chewy, sweet, and tangy citrus treat made by simmering fresh orange slices in simple syrup and drying them to a gummy texture. Perfect as a snack, garnish, or homemade gift.
Ingredients
3 small oranges or tangelos (about 18–20 slices)
3 cups granulated sugar
3 cups water
Instructions
- Wash the oranges thoroughly and slice them into ¼-inch rounds using a mandoline or sharp knife.
- In a large saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Heat over medium-high, stirring until the sugar dissolves and the mixture comes to a boil.
- Reduce heat to a gentle simmer and add the orange slices in a single layer. Simmer for 45–60 minutes, flipping occasionally, until the peels look translucent.
- Using tongs, remove the slices and lay them in a single layer on a wire rack.
- Let them dry at room temperature, uncovered, for 24 to 48 hours, until tacky and chewy.
- Optional: Roll in extra sugar for sparkle or dip in melted chocolate and top with flaky salt.
Notes
Use thin-skinned oranges like navel oranges or tangelos for best results.
Add spices like cinnamon or cloves to the syrup for a warm flavor twist.
Mix citrus varieties for color and flavor variety.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 weeks or refrigerate for up to a month.
Not recommended for freezing due to texture changes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Candy
- Method: Simmering & Drying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
