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Candied Orange Slices ~ Easy Recipe

Simple and delicious homemade candied orange slices using just oranges, sugar, and water—made easily in your pressure cooker!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 1 slice
Calories 45 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Mixing bowl for holding orange slices before placing in cooker

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 3 cups white granulated sugar about 600 grams
  • 3 cups water 709 ml / 24 ounces
  • 3 small oranges or tangelos washed well and sliced about ⅛-inch thin

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Wash oranges thoroughly. Slice into ⅛-inch rounds and remove any seeds.
  • Add sugar and water to pressure cooker insert over medium heat. Stir gently until sugar dissolves and mixture simmers.
  • Place orange slices in a single layer. Simmer for 60 minutes, flipping occasionally until slices look glossy and translucent.
  • Use tongs to transfer slices to a parchment-lined rack. Let dry for 4–6 hours or overnight until chewy.

Notes

Perfect as snacks or dessert garnishes, and amazing when dipped in chocolate. Store in airtight container for up to two weeks or freeze for longer storage.