Description
Dried orange slices are a beautifully vibrant and versatile treat with a sweet-tart citrus flavor and an irresistible aroma. Perfect for snacking, decorating, garnishing drinks, or enhancing both sweet and savory recipes, these dehydrated oranges are easy to make and enjoy year-round.
Ingredients
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2 large oranges (navel or blood oranges), thinly sliced
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¼ cup coconut sugar or granulated sugar (optional)
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½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
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Pinch of ground ginger (optional)
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Dash of sea salt
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 200°F (93°C).
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Wash oranges thoroughly and slice into ⅛-inch thick rounds.
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange orange slices in a single layer.
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Sprinkle lightly with sugar, cinnamon, ginger, and sea salt if using.
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Bake for 2–3 hours, flipping slices halfway through, until fully dried but not burnt.
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Remove from oven and allow to cool completely.
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Store in an airtight container.
Notes
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Drying time may vary depending on slice thickness
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For sugar-free slices, skip sweeteners entirely
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Use a dehydrator at 135°F (57°C) for 6–8 hours as an alternative
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2–3 hours
- Category: Snack / Garnish
- Method: Oven-Dried
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 slice
- Calories: 60 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: dried orange slices, dehydrated oranges, citrus garnish, homemade dried fruit