Easy Dried Orange Slices

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Easy Dried orange slices make a fun garnish for a cocktail or dessert or even a festive holiday decoration for you or the birds outside your window.

If you can slice an orange and have some method of drying said sliced orange, such as an oven, air fryer or food dehydrator, you can make this "recipe."

I'm sharing the oven dried orange method because I wanted to dry several oranges.

pile of dried orange slices — Dry oranges in an oven or a food dehydrator or an air fryer with a dehydration feature.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

Drying orange slices is simple.
You can use them for so many things.
Dehydrated oranges are an organic decoration for your Christmas tree if you like a natural look.
Oven-dried orange slices make a great snack.

orange slices on paper towel on cutting board — Once you slice the oranges, dry them on a paper towel or a lint-free linen dish towel before putting them in the oven or dehydrator.

How to Make This Recipe

Slice oranges.
Dry them on a paper towel or a lint-free cotton dishcloth.
Place orange slices on a parchment lined baking sheet or on a wire rack placed on a baking sheet.
Dry orange slices in the oven at a low temperature, under 200° F for at least two hours turning the slices every 30 minutes to ensure even dehydration.
Store dried oranges in a cool, dry place in an airtight container.
Orange slices will last up to a year.

What Are Dried Orange Slices Good For?

You can do so many things with dried oranges. Snip one side of a dried orange and stick it on the rim of a cocktail glass.
Make a citrus garland by tying the dried oranges together with string.
Snack on them, either plain or coated in sugar or dipped in chocolate.

How Long Do Dehydrated Oranges Last?

Properly stored in an airtight container, dried oranges will last up to two years.

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Recipe

Yield: 21

Easy Dried Orange Slices

Dried orange slices are an easy way to dress up a cocktail or a dessert or as a festive Christmas or winter decoration.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 2 hours

Additional Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes

Ingredients

3 navel oranges or other assorted citrus fruits

Instructions

Slice oranges using a sharp paring knife on a cutting board. Slice the oranges to a thickness of ⅛ to a ¼ inch.
Dry the slices on paper towels or lint-free dish cloths.
Arrange the slices in one layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Bake in oven at 200°F for two hours, turning the slices over every 30 minutes.
Remove and let cool.
Once completely dried, you'll be able to snap the orange in half once fully dry.