Description
A delightful treat that combines the sweetness of candied orange peels with rich dark chocolate, perfect for elevating your dessert game.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large organic oranges
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 7 oz high-quality dark chocolate, 70% cocoa or higher
- Extra granulated sugar for coating (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Orange Peels: Wash and dry oranges thoroughly. Score the peel into quarters and gently remove, preserving as much white pith as possible. Slice peels lengthwise into 1/4-inch wide strips.
- Blanch Peels: Place strips in a saucepan, cover with cold water, and bring to a boil. Drain completely. Repeat this blanching process two additional times to reduce bitterness and eliminate excess oils.
- Prepare Candying Syrup: In a clean saucepan, combine 2 cups sugar and 1 cup water. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly until sugar completely dissolves.
- Candy Orange Peels: Add blanched peels to the syrup and simmer gently over low heat for 45 to 60 minutes until translucent and tender. Stir occasionally and prevent syrup from caramelizing.
- Dry Candied Peels: Using tongs or a slotted spoon, transfer candied peels to a wire rack set over parchment paper. Allow to dry for at least 1 hour until no longer sticky to the touch.
- Optional Sugar Coating: Toss dried peels in extra granulated sugar to create a sparkling finish if desired.
- Melt Chocolate: Place chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a saucepan of barely simmering water using the double boiler method. Stir until completely smooth and melted.
- Dip in Chocolate: Dip each candied peel halfway into melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off. Place on parchment paper and allow chocolate to set completely, approximately 30 minutes at room temperature or 10 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Store: Transfer finished pieces to an airtight container and store at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
- Ensure to manage the heat carefully while candying the peels to prevent the syrup from burning.
- For a variation, use milk or white chocolate instead of dark chocolate.
- Candied peels can also be added to baked goods or used as a garnish for desserts.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Candying and dipping
- Cuisine: Confectionery
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pieces
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg