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Candied Orange Peel (Chocolate Covered)

Deliciously Sweet Candied Orange Peel Chocolate Covered Treats

Delight in these Candied Orange Peel (Chocolate Covered) treats that blend citrusy sweetness with rich chocolate.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Drying Time 8 hours
Total Time 9 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Low-Carb, Snack
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Candied Orange Peel
  • 4 oranges organic oranges Use organic for best flavor
  • 2 cups water For boiling
  • 2 cups sugar Granulated sugar or substitutes for low-carb
  • 1 bean vanilla Optional, for flavor
For the Chocolate Coating
  • 8 oz dark chocolate High-quality chocolate
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil Makes chocolate smoother

Equipment

  • pot
  • Colander
  • Heatproof Bowl
  • Drying Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Oranges: Wash oranges, trim tops and bottoms, score peel in quarters, and slice into thin strips.
  2. Boil Peels: Place orange peel strips in pot, cover with water, bring to boil, then drain. Repeat this boiling twice.
  3. Simmer in Syrup: Return peels to pot with fresh water, stir in sugar and optional vanilla. Boil then simmer for 30-35 minutes.
  4. Cool: Remove from heat and let peels rest in syrup for 5 minutes.
  5. Dry Peels: Transfer peels to drying rack and allow to dry for at least 8 hours.
  6. Coat with Chocolate: Melt dark chocolate with coconut oil, dip peels in chocolate, then place back to dry.
  7. Cool and Store: Once chocolate hardens, store in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a month or freeze for longer storage.

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