Edible gifts are, for obvious reasons, always a big hit. This holiday season, gift your friends and family with these gorgeous candied citrus peels.
To make, blanche your orange peels in water to remove excess bitterness. When that's done, candy the peels by placing them in a simmering saucepan of maple syrup. This process usually takes several hours, but because it's low priority, you can do it while watching television or getting some work done.
Finally, once the syrupy peels have dried, finish off with a healthy dusting of granulated sugar. Place and seal inside a decorative jar and voila! You've got a simple, yet heartfelt, homemade gift that also tastes out of this world. Best of all, the sugar will preserve this delicious treat for up to two weeks.
What's Driving This Trend
- Edible Gifts
- There is an opportunity to create unique and personalized edible gifts using creative recipes like candied orange peels.
- Homemade Gifts
- The trend of homemade gifts is growing, and the process of making candied orange peels can be a part of this DIY gifting culture.
- Sustainable Food
- Candying citrus peels offers a sustainable way to reduce food waste by repurposing orange peels into a delicious and attractive treat.
Who This Affects Most
- Food and Beverage
- In the food and beverage industry, there is an opportunity to create and market gourmet candied orange peels as a specialty treat or ingredient.
- Gift and Craft
- The gift and craft industry can incorporate candied orange peels into their product offerings, promoting them as unique and homemade edible gifts.
- Sustainability
- Companies in the sustainability industry can explore partnering with food businesses to develop products that repurpose food waste, such as candied orange peels.
