Any time I feel like a cocktail or dessert is missing that special something, I reach for some dried orange slices. They’re so easy to make, so I always have some on hand, and they brighten up any drink or dessert. They have a beautiful orange color and a delicate appearance that’s so good for autumn or Christmas decorations. These versatile dried oranges are a true holiday hero!
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I love adding dried orange slices to anything and everything! I think they look so pretty and elegant on the rim of a cocktail or atop a delicious cake. When I was a kid, I remember stringing them on garlands for Christmas as a kid, and I still do that to this day with my own kids! It’s such a fun tradition!
What’s in This Dried Orange Slices Recipe?
- Oranges: Yep, that’s it! All you need are some oranges– any variety will do. Classic Naval oranges make for larger slices, while blood oranges lend a beautiful red hue.
Tips for Success
- Check hourly to make sure the oranges are not burning. If they are starting to brown but not dried yet, reduce the temperature of the oven and keep checking until fully dry.
- This is a great recipe if you have a lot of oranges you need to use up before they go bad!
How to Store and Reheat
These dried orange slices, once cooled, should be kept in an airtight container at room temperature. They will be edible for up to 2 years and can be used as decorations for as long as you like!
Serving Suggestions
Dehydrated oranges have so many uses, and I have found that they are so handy to have on standby to decorate baked goods like orange sweet bread, garnish cocktails like Christmas sangria or mulled wine, or use as decoration on a Christmas garland! They also make a great addition to a potpourri mix!
Dried Orange Slices Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 Oranges or as many as you want!
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 250°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Thinly slice the oranges. Blot the orange slices with paper towels to remove moisture.4 Oranges
- Place the slices in a single layer on top of the parchment paper and bake in the preheated oven for about 3 hours, checking hourly, or until dry. Reduce the oven temperature as needed to prevent burning.
Becky’s Tips
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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