Glossy Candied Orange Segments (Printer View)

Glossy, translucent orange segments cooked in syrup for a sweet, flavorful dessert garnish.

# Components:

→ Citrus

01 - 3 large seedless navel oranges

→ Syrup

02 - 1 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 cup water
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, optional

# Method steps:

01 - Using a sharp knife, slice off both ends of the oranges. Stand each orange upright and carefully cut away the peel and pith, following the natural curve of the fruit.
02 - Working over a bowl to catch juice, segment the oranges by cutting between the membranes to release individual wedges. Set segments aside.
03 - In a medium saucepan, combine sugar and water. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring until sugar completely dissolves.
04 - Lower heat and simmer for 5 minutes to thicken the syrup slightly. Add vanilla extract if using.
05 - Gently add the orange segments to the syrup. Simmer on low heat for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the segments turn translucent and glossy.
06 - Using a slotted spoon, transfer the candied segments to a parchment-lined tray. Let cool completely at room temperature.
07 - Pour the remaining orange syrup into a separate container for drizzling over other desserts if desired.
08 - Once cooled completely, use the candied orange segments to garnish cakes, tarts, panna cotta, or ice cream.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Simple Ingredients: Uses basic pantry staples like sugar and water.
  • Visual Appeal: Creates stunning, translucent wedges that look professional.
  • Versatile: Perfect for topping everything from breakfast yogurt to elegant cakes.
  • Zero Waste: The leftover syrup is a flavorful bonus for cocktails or pancakes.
02 -
  • Knife Skills: Ensure your knife is very sharp to cleanly remove the pith without bruising the fruit.
  • Juice Retention: Be sure to work over a bowl when segmenting to catch every drop of juice for the syrup.
  • Gentle Handling: Use a slotted spoon when moving the segments to maintain their delicate shape once they have softened.
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