Easy Dark Chocolate-Dipped Candied Orange Slices: 3-Ingredient
Bright, chewy candied orange slices coated in rich dark chocolate. This simple 3-ingredient recipe is perfect for gifting or a quick, impressive dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 16 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium navel oranges
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 6 ounces dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate (60% cacao recommended)
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil or vegetable oil (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and slice the oranges into rounds about 1/4 inch thick. Discard the ends.
- In a medium saucepan, combine sugar and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
- Add orange slices in a single layer. Simmer on low for 15 minutes, flipping halfway, until slices are translucent and rinds are tender.
- Transfer slices to a parchment-lined baking sheet or wire rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
- Melt chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second bursts, stirring between each, until smooth. Stir in oil if using.
- Dip each cooled orange slice halfway into the melted chocolate. Let excess drip off, then place on parchment paper.
- Let chocolate set at room temperature until firm, about 30-45 minutes. Refrigerate 15 minutes if needed.
Notes
Pat orange slices dry before dipping to prevent chocolate from seizing. For spiced version, add cinnamon stick, star anise, and cloves to syrup. Store in airtight container at room temperature up to 1 week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 12
- Fat: 3.5
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 14
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 1
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