The delightful combination of tangy, sweet oranges and rich, decadent chocolate creates a delightful candied orange slice dipped in chocolate. This classic dessert combines the flavors of citrus and chocolate for a delicious treat. Candied orange slices dipped in chocolate can be enjoyed as an after-dinner sweet or as a snack and can be easily made at home. Follow these simple steps to create these tasty treats!
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CHOCOLATE DIPPED CANDIED ORANGE SLICES
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, combine sugar and water.
- Heat mixture until sugar dissolves completely and mixture starts to boil.
- Remove from heat, pour into wide, shallow Tupperware, and cool completely.
- When syrup has cooled completely layer your sliced oranges in the syrup, pushing them down until all are mostly covered.
- Cover container to seal and place in refrigerator overnight (I've left them for as long as two days before candying.)
- Preheat oven to 170 degrees F. (You can have some variation here - please see notes.)
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Nest a wire cooling rack on top of the parchment.
- Place your oranges on the wire rack. (The wire rack allows the drying to come from top and bottom so that they oranges can dry evenly).
- Place oranges in oven. If you have a convection feature on your oven, turn it on. Leave the oven cracked open about 2 inches.
- Dry oranges for 2 to 2 and 1/2 hours, rotating pan every 30 minutes, and flipping oranges every hour to maintain uniform drying.
- You will know that the oranges are done when they are pliable and dry to the touch.
- Let oranges cool completely.
- Temper your chocolate over a double boiler (here are some handy tempering instructions) or heat chocolate morsels in microwave in 15-30 second increments at 50% power until melted.
- Dip 1/2 of orange into chocolate and place on waxed paper.
- If desired, sprinkle fleur de sel (or other coarse salt) over top of chocolate.
- Let cool until set.
CANDIED ORANGE SLICES DIPPED IN CHOCOLATE
Someone gave us a gift of these delicious orange slices. These tangy oranges and creamy chocolate are an unbeatable combination. They look fancy and colorful, and are easy to make. A Christmas favorite. These do take a while to make but are well worth it. The orange slices are delicious even without the chocolate. Drying time not included in time. NOTE: When cooking the orange slices DO-NOT STIR. If someone is helping you make sure they do not stir just them push down on the orange slices as recipe says. :) I cut the slices in half again after cooking.
Provided by Barb G.
Categories Candy
Time 2h30m
Yield 50 slices
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cut the oranges in half lengthwise, with the cut side down slice the oranges crosswise into 1/4-inch slices, (you will have 1/2 of a slice of orange:DO-NOT peel),discard the ends.
- In a 10-inch saute pan combine the water and the 3 1/2 cups of sugar, stir to blend, then bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Add the orange slices, separating them, and simmer them gently for 1 hour uncovered; peroidically dunk any floating slices.
- Remove from heat and cool to room temperature.
- Remove the orange slices, with a slotted spoon and transfer to a cooling rack set over a baking sheet to let drain and dry for 24 hours; NOTE; I dryed them in my oven set for for baked goods, or if oven has a pilot light, this worked great if it is a damp day.
- After drying the slices, toss them in the granulated sugar and reserve them, do not stack them as they will stick together.
- While you are coating the orange slices with the sugar, have the chocolate melting slowly in the top of a double boiler over 120 degree water: Chocolate can be melted in the microwave.
- When all the chocolate is melted and creamy and registers 100 degrees on an instant themometer, remove the top section from the double boiler.
- Add the 2-ounce of chocolate and gently stir until the thermometer reads 88 degrees to 91 degree, then remove what remains of the chunk of chocolate.
- Now dip the orange slices 2/3 of the way into the chocalate; gently scrape off excess chocolate against the side of the pan.
- Place the orange slices on a sheet of wax paper to set.
- Work quickly with the slices if the chocolate becomes to thick for dipping, place it over the 120 degree water again until it reaches 88 to 91 degrees.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 196.3, Fat 9.5, SaturatedFat 5.9, Sodium 4.5, Carbohydrate 32.6, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 26.1, Protein 2.4
CANDIED ORANGE SLICES WITH DARK CHOCOLATE
Provided by Lauren Grier
Time 1h30m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. Next, slice the Cara Cara Oranges into 1/4" slices removing any seeds.
- In a wide, large skillet combine granulated sugar and water. Bring the skillet to a boil and continue continue to whisk until the sugar has dissolved. Next, add the orange slices to the skillet and lay in an even layer. Bring the skillet to a simmer. Let the orange slices simmer for about 1 hour uncovered or until they become transparent.
- Once the orange slices have become transparent, place the slices on the baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Let the orange slices dry for at least 24 hours uncovered. They will still feel a bit sticky but that's okay.
- Next, place the chocolate chips in a microwave safe bowl and melt on high for 10 to 15 second intervals. Once melted, dip half an orange slice into the chocolate and place back on the parchment paper to set. Sprinkle with sea salt if desired. Repeat process until all orange slices have been dipped. Wait for about 15 minutes until the chocolate hardens to serve.
CHOCOLATE-DIPPED ORANGE PEEL
Provided by Julien Merceron
Categories Candy Chocolate Dessert Orange Edible Gift
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Making the Candied Orange Peel
- Wash the oranges and remove the peel with a sharp vegetable peeler, avoiding any white pith. Put the orange peel in a saucepan with 4 cups water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over high heat and boil for 5 Minutes. Drain. Repeat this process one more time.
- Put 1 cup of the sugar and 1 2/3 cups water in a clean saucepan and bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Add the blanched orange peel to the boiling syrup, immediately remove from the heat, cover the pan, and set aside overnight at room temperature.
- The next day, drain the peel, reserving the syrup. Add 1/3 cup of the remaining sugar to the reserved syrup, bring to a boil, and return the peel to the syrup. Remove from the heat, cover, and set aside overnight at room temperature. Repeat this process three more times, over three nights, adding 1/3 cup sugar each time. Once the peel is candied, let drain at room temperature for 1 day, then cut into thin slivers. (The peel can be stored in an airtight container for up to 1 month.)
- Dipping
- Temper the dark chocolate . Using a fork, dip each strip of candied orange peel in the chocolate, then lay it on an acetate sheet. Refrigerate the chocolate-dipped strips for 10 Minutes before detaching from the sheet. (Store in a cool place away from moisture for up to 1 month.)
CHOCOLATE-DIPPED CANDIED ORANGE PEEL
This is such an elegant confection! The contrast between the zippy orange peel and rich chocolate is so delicious. I tuck them into my gift baskets I put together during the holiday season.-Edna F. Lee, Greeley, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 2h35m
Yield about 3 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- With a sharp knife, score orange peel into four wedge-shaped sections. Loosen peel with a spoon and remove; save fruit for another use. , Place peel in a heavy saucepan and cover with cold water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Drain. Repeat process twice, draining well each time. Cool for 5 minutes. Carefully scrape off excess pulp from peel. Cut the peel into 1/4-in. strips. , In another saucepan, combine sugar, water, corn syrup and salt. Cook over medium heat until clear. Add orange peel strips; boil gently until until all syrup is absorbed and peel is transparent, about 30-35 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer strips to wire racks for at least 3 hours or until dry. , Melt chocolate and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip each strip halfway into chocolate. Cool on wire racks coated with cooking spray.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 81 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 28mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein.
DARK CHOCOLATE COVERED CANDIED ORANGE PEELS
You know how the "home made" version of something is always better? Imagine a home made "Terry's Chocolate Orange"!
Provided by Lottidawe
Categories Candy
Time P1DT6h
Yield 72 pieces
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Cut oranges in half. Juice the halves.
- "Gut" the orange halves of all pulp & pith.
- Slice the halves into strips or triangles (I do triangles).
- Blanch orange peels so they will retain their colour.
- Candie the orange peels: aproximately 1/2 cup water & 1 cup sugar per 3 oranges; bring all 3 to a boil then immediately reduce heat to a simmer; simmer until all liquid has been absorbed by the oranges; STIR FREQUENTLY!
- Toss the candied orange peels in sugar to lightly coat, then spread in one layer on a baking sheet.
- Bake in a low temperature oven (200 to 250F) until orange peels are sticky but not wet.
- COOL.
- Melt dark chocolate in a double-boiler and proceed to dip the candied orange peels in the chocolate and lay on waxed paper in a cool, dry place to set. A cold cellar is ideal. If you have a garage, there is good in colder climates.
- ***One of the best things about these candies is that you can spread out making them over a week or two! Refrigerate orange peels after each step in an airtight container.
- ***Use oranges with very thick peels. I find sunkist oranges are very good to use for that reason.
Tips:
- Select firm, ripe oranges: Choose oranges that are heavy for their size and have smooth, unblemished skin. Avoid oranges with bruises or soft spots.
- Use a sharp knife: A sharp knife will help you create clean, even slices of orange.
- Slice the oranges thinly: The thinner the slices, the quicker they will cook and the crispier they will be.
- Remove the seeds: Use a small, sharp knife to carefully remove the seeds from the orange slices.
- Make the simple syrup: Combine equal parts sugar and water in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Candy the orange slices: Place the orange slices in the simple syrup and bring to a simmer. Cook for about 30 minutes, or until the orange slices are translucent and slightly softened.
- Drain the orange slices: Remove the orange slices from the simple syrup and drain them on a wire rack.
- Dip the orange slices in chocolate: Melt the chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave. Dip each orange slice in the chocolate and place it on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
- Refrigerate the orange slices: Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes, or until the chocolate has hardened.
Conclusion:
Candied orange slices dipped in chocolate are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are a great way to use up leftover oranges, and they also make a beautiful and festive gift. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create these delicious treats that are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.
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