Candied Lemon Peels
Makes about 60 sugared peels
Time 4 hr 15 min
These deliciously sweet and tart candies are wonderful when dipped in white or dark chocolate. They also make for beautiful garnishes on a whipped cream-covered pound cake. Package for gift giving with our downloadable gift tag. Reserve simmering liquid and use as a simple syrup for beverages.
Special Diets:
Ingredients
- 8 lemons, (look for lemons with thick skins)
- 5 cups sugar, divided
Method
Cut the top and bottom off each lemon.
Using a vegetable peeler, peel off pieces of the skin, cutting from top to bottom.
Slice peels into 1/4-inch strips or leave in natural shaped pieces. Reserve lemons for another use.
Place peels in a sauce pan and cover with water.
Bring to a boil and simmer for 1 minute.
Drain and repeat two more times.
Mix 4 cups sugar in with 3 cups cold water. Bring to a boil.
Add lemon peels and turn heat down to a simmer.
Simmer lemon peels for 1 hour over low heat. Remove from liquid.
Spread remaining sugar evenly on a baking sheet.
Roll lemon peels in sugar and place on cooling racks to dry, about 3 to 5 hours.
Package peels in decorative glass jars tied with holiday ribbon.
Nutritional Info:
Per serving: 4 peels, 220 calories (0 from fat), 0g total fat, 0g saturated fat, 0mg cholesterol, 0mg sodium, 57g carbohydrates (2g dietary fiber, 55g sugar), 0g protein.
Note: We've provided special diet and nutritional information for educational purposes. But remember - we're cooks, not doctors! You should follow the advice of your health-care provider. And since product formulations change, check product labels for the most recent ingredient information.
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Ingredients
- 8 lemons, (look for lemons with thick skins)
- 5 cups sugar, divided