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Candied Lemon Slices

Sweet and tangy candied lemon slices, perfect for garnishing desserts or enjoying as a snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Lemon Slices
  • 2 whole lemons washed and sliced thinly
  • 2 cups granulated sugar for syrup and coating
  • 2 cups water for boiling

Method
 

Prepare the Lemons
  1. Wash the lemons thoroughly and slice them thinly, about 1/8 inch thick.
Make the Syrup
  1. In a saucepan, combine the water and 1 cup of sugar. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
Candy the Lemon Slices
  1. Add the lemon slices to the boiling syrup and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for about 45 minutes, until the lemons are translucent.
Coat the Slices
  1. Using a slotted spoon, remove the lemon slices from the syrup and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Sprinkle the remaining sugar over the slices.
Dry the Slices
  1. Allow the lemon slices to dry at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before serving or storing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 38gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 36gVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store the candied lemon slices in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.

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