Candied Orange Slices
Candied Orange Slices Dipped in Chocolate, an almost effortless Christmas gift that is elegant and delicious.
If you’re looking for a festive foodie gift that looks luxe but is unbelievably simple, these Candied Orange Slices dipped in melted chocolate (yes, done in your Thermomix!) are the perfect holiday treat. They’re glossy, vibrant, and just a little bit boujee – think edible ornaments ready to wrap up with ribbon. Slow-simmered slices of orange turn sweet and jewel-like, then take a dip into silky chocolate made effortlessly in the Thermomix. Add a sprinkle of salt flakes or rose petals and you’ve got a beautiful gift that tastes as good as it looks. Ideal for holiday entertaining, teacher gifts, table favours or simply hanging in the pantry as a visual brag. Easy, elegant and full of Christmas cheer.
NOTES:
I only used 2 oranges and 1 cup each of sugar and water. I have ended up with an amazing flavoured syrup to use in drinks over Christmas which is a bonus. You really cannot do more fruit than your pan can hold in a single layer. I have tried this before with double layers and it doesn't work.
Need
- 2-3 oranges (see notes)
- 3-4 cardamom pods slightly crushed
- equal parts raw caster sugar and water BUY
- 100 Grams Melted Chocolate Recipe
- pink salt flakes to garnish BUY
- dried rose petals to garnish
Do
- 1
Slice the oranges into fairly thick slices and remove pips.
- 2
Place the cardamom pods, sugar and water into a large flat bottomed saucepan, frying pan or slow cooker and stir to combine. Over a medium heat, melt the sugar until is has formed a loose syrup. Add the orange slices in a single layer. There may be a little overlapping, but you need the syrup to infuse all of the fruit equally. The depth of the syrup must cover the fruit completely.
- 3
Simmer for 40-50 minutes or until the skin of the oranges is starting to become translucent. Turn them occasionally.
- 4
Line a baking tray with either a silpat mat or non stick mat, or even baking paper.
- 5
Arrange the sticky orange slices in a single layer on the tray. Place into a fan forced oven set to 100°C and dry out for around 4 hours. You should check periodically, I actually forgot about mine and they are a little darker than I would have liked. They need to feel fairly dry but glossy.
- 6
Cool while you melt the chocolate according to the recipe instructions. Dip each slice into chocolate and garnish with your choice or garnishes. Set at room temperature before storing them in the fridge.
- 7
Chopped nuts and freeze dried fruits are also a lovely garnish.
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