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Candied Lemon Slices

A delightful treat that brings a burst of sunshine to any dish with sweet, tangy flavor and chewy texture.
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Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 day
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 3 lemons Choose fresh, firm lemons for the best flavor.
  • 2 cups granulated sugar Essential for creating the syrup that will candy the lemons.
  • 1.5 cups water Needed to dissolve the sugar and cook the lemon slices.
  • 0.25 cup sugar For coating the candied lemon slices.
  • 10 pieces melting chocolate Optional, adds a delicious chocolatey twist.

Method
 

  1. Slice lemons thinly (1/4-1/8 inches) and carefully remove any seeds.
  2. Heat 1 1/2 cups of water and 2 cups of granulated sugar over medium heat until dissolved and simmering.
  3. Add lemon slices to the syrup and simmer for about 1 hour, flipping every 15 minutes.
  4. Remove lemon slices from syrup and lay them out on parchment paper to dry for about 24 hours.
  5. Coat each dried lemon slice in the remaining 1/4 cup of sugar.
  6. Melt chocolate and dip each sugar-coated slice before letting them set on parchment paper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g

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