Description
Chocolate-Dipped Candied Oranges are a delectable treat that perfectly marries sweet, tangy citrus with rich chocolate. These succulent slices of candied orange, coated in velvety dark chocolate and sprinkled with a hint of sea salt, create a delightful burst of flavor in every bite. Ideal for festive gatherings or as a special indulgence, they are sure to impress anyone who tries them.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large navel oranges
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 6 oz dark chocolate (at least 60% cocoa)
- Sea salt for garnish
Instructions
- Slice the oranges into 1/4-inch rounds and remove any seeds.
- In a saucepan, combine water and sugar; bring to a boil. Add orange slices and simmer for 15 minutes until tender.
- Remove the slices from the syrup and place them on a cooling rack to dry for at least an hour.
- Melt the dark chocolate in a bowl using a microwave or double boiler until smooth.
- Dip each orange slice into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off before placing them back on the cooling rack.
- Sprinkle sea salt on top while the chocolate is wet, then refrigerate until set (about 30 minutes).
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Simmering/Dipping
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg