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Chocolate-Dipped Candied Oranges

Chocolate-Dipped Candied Oranges

Delightful Chocolate-Dipped Candied Oranges are a vibrant treat combining citrus and rich chocolate flavors.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large navel oranges
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 6 oz dark chocolate (at least 60% cocoa)
  • sea salt for garnish

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Cooling Rack
  • Microwave or double boiler

Method
 

  1. Slice the oranges into 1/4-inch rounds and remove any seeds.
  2. In a saucepan, combine water and sugar; bring to a boil. Add orange slices and simmer for 15 minutes until tender.
  3. Remove the slices from the syrup and place them on a cooling rack to dry for at least an hour.
  4. Melt the dark chocolate in a bowl using a microwave or double boiler until smooth.
  5. Dip each orange slice into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off before placing them back on the cooling rack.
  6. Sprinkle sea salt on top while the chocolate is wet, then refrigerate until set (about 30 minutes).

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 1gFat: 6g

Notes

Feel free to add spices like cinnamon to the syrup for a unique flavor. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

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