Easy Candied Orange Peel (Orangeat)
Learn how to candy orange peel that can be used in recipes such as German Stollen, Lebkuchen, bread and other recipes
Servings 1 jar
Calories 246kcal
Ingredients
- 4 oranges Bitter Oranges (Serville Oranges) are traditional but you can use ordinary Oranges for eating. Ensure they are untreated and the peel is suitable for eating
- granulated sugar
- water
Instructions
- Wash the oranges thoroughly with warm water. Cut each fruit lengthwise into quarters and carefully remove all the peel pieces.4 oranges
- Using a sharp knife, scrape away the white pith from the inside of each peel - this step is crucial since the pith adds unwanted bitterness.
- Place the peels in a saucepan and cover completely with water. Bring to a boil and cook for 10 minutes, then drain. Repeat this blanching process to remove excess bitterness.water
- Strain the peels, and add them back into the pot. Cover with a little water and boil for about 5 minutes. Repeat this step a second time. (or even a third if you find your peels still too bitter)
- Drain the blanched peels thoroughly and weigh them. You'll need an equal weight of granulated sugar (so 7oz/200 gr of peels equals 7oz/200 gr of sugar).
- Return the peels and sugar to your saucepan. Pour in just enough water to cover them and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer gently for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Add more water as needed - you want a thick, glossy syrup coating the peels.granulated sugar
- Remove the peels from the syrup and let excess liquid drip off. Arrange them in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Let them air-dry for 2-3 days, or speed up the process by placing them near a heating vent. For faster results, dry them in your oven at the lowest setting (around 50°C/120°F) for 2-3 hours, checking frequently.
- Then cut the peels into small cubes, optionally dust with powdered sugar to remove any leftover moisture and store in an airtight container in a cool place.
Notes
Storage Instructions
Store your candied orange peel in an airtight jar. You can keep it at room temperature or in the fridge and it will last up to 6 weeks. You can also freeze the orange peel. Just make sure that it is placed in an airtight container, as otherwise, it may dry out.Nutrition
Calories: 246kcal | Carbohydrates: 62g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Potassium: 948mg | Fiber: 13g | Sugar: 49g | Vitamin A: 1179IU | Vitamin C: 279mg | Calcium: 210mg | Iron: 1mg
