Servings: 15 Slices
Calories: 21kcal
Cost: 10
Equipment
- 1 Sharp Kitchen or Chef's Knife
- 1 Oven
- 1 Large Baking Sheets or Cookie Sheets
- 1 Cookie drying rack or Cooling Racks
- 1 Decorative string or Burlap Twine or Fishing Line Optional
Ingredients
- 2 Oranges Large Navel Oranges
Optional Ingredients
- 2 tbsp Granulated Sugar
- 1/4 tsp Clove
- 1/4 tsp Cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp Ginger
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 175° F.
- Wash and dry the whole oranges.
- Using a sharp chef's knife, slice the oranges crosswise, keeping them approximately ⅛-inch thick.
- Optional. In a bowl, mix together the sugar and spices and toss the fruit slices in the mixture.
- Set slices in a single layer on baking sheets topped with wire racks. Feel free to add parchment paper underneath to save on any dishwashing.
- Cook for 4-6 hours, until dry to the touch, rotating every 30 minutes or so for even cooking.
- Once you are satisfied with the colour and texture of your orange, remove them from the heat.
- Cool completely before storing or using.
Notes
Take note that the thicker your oranges, the longer they will take to dry. Some pieces will cook faster than others so it is important to keep an eye on them! Especially if you are using different types and sizes of fruit.
You will know if they are done by the color. A finished slice will be a beautiful golden orange color. If you let them bake for too long, they may burn or end up with grill lines.
If you are making oranges for an edible treat or to have as a garnish, you may choose to not cook them quite as long. A soft chewy orange treat is much better than a brittle one.
Nutrition
Serving: 1slice | Calories: 21kcal | Carbohydrates: 5.1g | Protein: 0.2g | Fiber: 5.1g
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