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Sweet and Zesty Glazed Candied Oranges

Sweet and Zesty Glazed Candied Oranges You’ll Love to Make!

Sweet and Zesty Glazed Candied Oranges are a delightful treat perfect for snacks or dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Course Desserts
Cuisine American
Servings 8 slices
Calories 120 kcal

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Cutting Board
  • sharp knife
  • wire rack
  • Pastry Brush
  • baking sheet
  • Microwave-safe bowl

Ingredients
  

For the Candied Oranges

  • 4 medium to large Navel oranges choose ripe, juicy ones for the best flavor
  • 2 cups Granulated sugar essential for creating the sweet syrup
  • 2 cups Water helps dissolve the sugar
  • ¼ cup Fresh lemon juice adds a bright tang
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract enhances the flavor
  • ½ teaspoon Ground cinnamon adds spice
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt balances and intensifies the sweetness
  • 1 Zest of 1 orange

Optional Topping

  • ½ cup Dark chocolate melted

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Wash the Navel oranges thoroughly under cold running water to remove any dirt or wax.
  • Carefully cut them into uniform ¼-inch thick slices.
  • Combine granulated sugar and water in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring until dissolved.
  • Add fresh lemon juice, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt to the syrup, stirring well to combine.
  • Add orange slices to the saucepan, ensuring they're fully submerged in the syrup.
  • Reduce heat and let the orange slices simmer gently for about 45-60 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Transfer the orange slices to a wire rack set over a baking sheet.
  • Allow the candied oranges to cool completely on the wire rack for about 2 hours.
  • Brush the reserved syrup over the candied oranges to give them a lovely glaze.
  • Melt dark chocolate and drizzle it over the glazed oranges, allowing it to set.
  • Serve your Sweet and Zesty Glazed Candied Oranges as a delightful dessert or snack.

Notes

Use ripe oranges for the best flavor. Slice uniformly for even cooking. Allow ample cooling time for best texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 1gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 210mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 3IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 1mg
Keyword candied oranges, chocolate drizzle, citrus dessert, glazed oranges, holiday recipe, sweet treat
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