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Chocolate Covered Orange Peels Recipe

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Delight in the perfect combination of zesty orange peels and rich dark chocolate with this homemade Chocolate Covered Orange Peels recipe. The orange peels are carefully boiled to remove bitterness, simmered in a sweet sugar syrup until translucent, then dipped in 70% cocoa dark chocolate for an irresistible treat. This recipe yields 60 servings, an ideal sweet snack or gift for chocolate lovers and citrus fans alike.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 60 servings

Ingredients

Orange Peels

  • 2 oranges
  • Approximately 4 cups water, divided (two additions of 2 cups each for boiling)
  • 1 cup sugar (250 milliliters)
  • 1 cup water (250 milliliters) for syrup

Chocolate Coating

  • 3 ounces dark chocolate (70% cocoa content, 90 grams)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Oranges: Wash the oranges thoroughly under running hot water to remove any residues or wax.
  2. Remove Peel: Cut off the top and bottom ends of each orange. Make 4 to 5 vertical incisions from top to bottom of the peel, cutting into the flesh. Carefully remove the peel using your hands.
  3. Cut Peels: Slice the orange peels into thin strips and place them into a pot.
  4. Boil to Remove Bitterness: Pour about 2 cups of water over the peels and bring to a boil. Boil for 5 minutes, then drain the water. Repeat this process once more with fresh water to lessen the bitterness of the peels.
  5. Simmer in Sugar Syrup: In a small saucepan, dissolve 1 cup sugar in 1 cup water. Add the boiled peels and simmer gently for about 45 minutes until the peels become translucent and tender.
  6. Drain and Cool: Spread the cooked peels out on a wire rack to allow the syrup to drip off and let them cool completely.
  7. Melt Chocolate: Melt the dark chocolate using a double boiler method by placing a bowl over a pot of simmering water until smooth.
  8. Dip Peels in Chocolate: Dip each cooled orange peel strip into the melted chocolate, then use a fork to lift them and transfer onto baking parchment or aluminum foil.
  9. Set Chocolate: Place the dipped peels in the refrigerator and allow the chocolate to firm up completely for about one hour before serving.

Notes

  • Make sure to remove as much bitterness as possible by boiling the peels twice.
  • Use high-quality dark chocolate for the best flavor and smooth coating.
  • Store finished chocolate covered peels in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep them fresh.
  • Allow peels to cool fully before dipping to prevent chocolate from seizing.
  • Author: Monica
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: International

Find it online: https://monicarecipes.com/chocolate-covered-orange-peels-recipe/