Have you ever made Dehydrated Orange Slices? They’re great for craft projects in making ornaments, wreaths, or used for potpourris. And speaking of potpourris my holiday blend with Dried Oranges makes your whole house smell amazing. You should try it! They can also be used as a garnish for drinks or meats.
Learning how to dry orange slices is easier than you think. For this recipe you don’t need a dehydrator, instead we will be using an oven.
What do I Need to Make Dried Oranges?
To make Oven Dried Oranges is pretty simple. You will need the following ingredients of Navel oranges, Turbinado sugar (raw) to make this recipe in addition to the few supplies of a sheet pan and parchment paper.
How Long do Dried Orange Slices Last?
Dried oranges will last for 2 years max as long as you dehydrate them correctly and make sure to store them properly in an airtight container.
Tips on Making Dehydrated Orange Slices
- Follow the directions to a T and don’t rush the process. You could potentially ruin the orange slices if you do so by burning them or not fully dehydrating them.
- Make sure to use ripe oranges to get the best results. Plus, using ripe oranges will make the dry oranges last long after dehydrated.
Ingredients
Navel oranges – (enough for your project or craft)
Turbinado sugar (raw) – (enough to cover oranges when sliced)
How to Make Dried Orange Slices
Preheat oven to 200 degrees.
Slice navel oranges into approximately 1/4 inch slices.
Toss orange slices in turbinado sugar making sure that both sides are coated.
Place in a single layer on parchment paper covered baking sheet. Place in oven and bake for one hour.
After cooking one hour, turn slices over and cook for another hour. Turn slices again and continue cooking in 25-30 minute intervals until oranges are dry and no longer holding any juice.
Remove from oven and cool completely. Store in airtight container until ready to use.
Dehydrated Orange Slices
Dehydrated Orange Slices are great for craft projects in making ornaments, wreaths, or used for potpourris.
Ingredients
- Ingredients
- Navel oranges - (enough for your project or craft)
- Turbinado sugar (raw) - (enough to cover oranges when sliced)
Supplies
- Sheet pan
- Parchment paper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200 degrees.
- Slice navel oranges into approximately 1/4 inch slices. Toss orange slices in turbinado sugar making sure that both sides are coated.
- Place in a single layer on parchment paper covered baking sheet. Place in oven and bake for one hour.
- After cooking one hour, turn slices over and cook for another hour. Turn slices again and continue cooking in 25-30 minute intervals until oranges are dry and no longer holding any juice.
- Remove from oven and cool completely. Store in airtight container until ready to use.
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