Dried Orange and Grapefruit Slices
50kcal
Ingredients
Fruit
- 3 to 6 pieces oranges or grapefruits (any mix) Choose ripe and fresh fruit.
Optional Ingredients
- as needed Lemon juice or simple syrup For candying; optional.
- as needed tablespoons Granulated sugar For sugar coating; optional.
- a pinch Salt To enhance flavor; optional.
Method
Preparation
- Wash fruit well and pat dry.
- Preheat the oven to 200°F (95°C). Use the lowest setting if available.
- Slice the fruit 1/8 to 1/4 inch (3–6 mm) thick and remove large seeds.
- If desired, brush slices with lemon juice or simple syrup and sprinkle with sugar.
Drying
- Place a wire rack on a baking sheet and lay the slices in one layer, ensuring they do not touch.
- Put the tray in the oven and dry the slices for 2 to 4 hours, checking after 1.5 hours and flipping every 30–60 minutes.
- Watch the color and feel. When slices are dry and slightly firm, remove them from the oven.
- Let the slices cool on the rack until fully dry and not tacky, which may take 30 to 60 minutes.
- If any slices are still soft, return them to the oven for a bit longer.
Notes
Store dried slices in an airtight jar or container in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. Slices can last 1 to 3 months. If they get soft, dry them again in the oven.