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Candied Lemon Peel Recipe

Sweet and tangy candied lemon peels, perfect for snacking or as a garnish.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 150 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 4 lemons organic preferred
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 2 cups water

Instructions 

  1. 1. Wash the lemons thoroughly and peel them.
  2. 2. Slice the peels into thin strips.
  3. 3. In a saucepan, bring water to a boil and add the lemon peels. Boil for 5 minutes and drain.
  4. 4. In the same saucepan, combine 2 cups of water and 2 cups of sugar. Bring to a simmer and add the lemon peels.
  5. 5. Simmer for about 45 minutes until the peels are translucent.
  6. 6. Remove the peels and let them cool on a baking sheet lined with a cooling rack.
  7. 7. Optionally, roll the cooled peels in additional sugar for extra sweetness.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 36g | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 0.1mg

Keywords

Candied Lemon Peel, Candy, Lemon
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