Candied Orange and Lemon Citrus Peel Strips
Candied Orange and Lemon Citrus Peel Strips deliver a bright, concentrated burst of citrus with a pleasantly chewy bite and sparkling sugar crunch. The balance of tangy lemon and sweet orange makes them special as an elegant garnish, a festive snack, or a thoughtful homemade gift during holidays or cocktail hours.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves12
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Candied Orange and Lemon Citrus Peel Strips, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 22 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 7 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 44 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 74
- Heart Health
- 45
- Metabolic
- 19
- Digestive
- 37
- Inflammatory
- 8
- Performance
- 22
- General Wellness
- 1
Place the lemon and orange peel in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil over high heat. Boil for 20 minutes, then drain and set aside.
- 2
Combine 2 cups sugar and 1 cup water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, and cook until it reaches the thread stage, 230 degrees F (108 degrees C), on a candy thermometer, or until a small amount dropped into cold water forms a soft thread. Stir in the peels; reduce the heat, and simmer, stirring frequently, until the syrup thickens slightly, about 5 minutes. Drain.
- 3
Roll the peel pieces, a few at a time, in the remaining sugar. Let them dry on a wire rack for several hours, or until they are no longer sticky.
- Calories 144.03 kcal Moderate 7%
- Protein 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Carbohydrate 38.15 g 14%
- Total Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Saturated Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 1.38 mg Low Source 0%
- Dietary Fiber 1.62 g Low Source 6%
- Total Sugars 37.98 g --
- Added Sugars 0.83 g Low Source 2%
- Calcium 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Iron 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Potassium 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin A 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
About This Recipe
Candied Orange and Lemon Citrus Peel Strips is made with 5 ingredients and serves 12. It takes about 40 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Dried Lemon Peel, Dried Orange Peel, Powdered Sugar, and Sugar. Each serving provides about 144.03 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Candied Orange and Lemon Citrus Peel Strips made of?
- The main ingredients are Dried Lemon Peel, Dried Orange Peel, Powdered Sugar, Sugar, Water. The full list of 5 is above.
- How long does it take to make Candied Orange and Lemon Citrus Peel Strips?
- About 40 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 144.03 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Candied Orange and Lemon Citrus Peel Strips easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 5 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Candied Orange and Lemon Citrus Peel Strips healthy?
- Candied Orange and Lemon Citrus Peel Strips has an easyChef Pro health score of 27/100. Per serving, it provides 144.03 calories and 0.0 g of protein, or 0% of the Daily Value. It contains Citrus, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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