Description
These candied orange slices are sweet, tangy, and translucent with a hint of vanilla. Perfect for garnishes, gifts, or snacking.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fresh oranges (Valencia or Navel), sliced 1/4 inch thick
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 cups water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Wash and slice oranges into 1/4-inch rounds. Remove seeds.
2. Bring a pot of water to a boil and blanch the orange slices for 10 minutes. Drain.
3. In another pan, combine 2 cups sugar, 2 cups water, and vanilla extract. Heat until sugar dissolves and the mixture simmers.
4. Add orange slices to the syrup. Simmer on low for 60 minutes, stirring gently every 15 minutes.
5. Remove slices with tongs and place on parchment-lined sheet. Cool for 30–45 minutes.
6. Store in airtight container or refrigerate up to 1 month.
Notes
- Use blood oranges for dramatic color and flavor.
- Add a cinnamon stick or cardamom pod for spiced variation.
- Save leftover syrup to drizzle over ice cream or add to cocktails.
- For a sparkling finish, coat cooled slices in sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 slices
- Calories: 105
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: candied orange slices, citrus candy, orange garnish, edible gifts, orange peel recipe