Chocolate Coated Orange Peels Recipe

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Chocolate Coated Orange Peels
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Directions:

  1. Line a baking sheet with wax paper; set aside.
  2. Scrub oranges well, and cut in half.
  3. Scoop out the flesh and reserve for another use.
  4. Place the shells in a medium-sized bowl and cover with cold water, keeping them under water with a small plate or lid.
  5. Let soak for about 4 hours or overnight, replacing the water once.
  6. Cut each shell in half; place in a large heavy saucepan.
  7. Add water to cover and bring to a boil over medium high heat.
  8. Boil for 15 minutes.
  9. Drain and repeat the process.
  10. When oranges are cool enough to handle, cut into strips about 1/4 by 2 inches.
  11. Return the strips to the saucepan; add sugar and 1 cup water.
  12. Bring to a simmer over low heat.
  13. Cook gently, stirring occasionally, until liquid is almost gone, about 1 1/2-2 hours. (Watch closely toward the end of cooking).
  14. Add the lemon juice; stir to coat the strips.
  15. Drain the strips in a sieve.
  16. When they are cool enough to handle, spread on the prepared baking sheet.
  17. Put all but 1/4 cup of the chocolate and the oil in the top of a double boiler set over barely simmering water.
  18. Stir just until melted, remove double boiler from heat, and add the remaining chocolate, stirring until melted.
  19. Roll each orange strip in sugar, then dip half of each peel into the chocolate and return to the baking sheet.
  20. Place in the freezer for a minute or two to let the chocolate set.
  21. Remove from the freezer and let them sit for several hours until they are firm.
  22. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 713.05 Kcal (2985 kJ)
Calories from fat 158.66 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 17.63g 27%
Sodium 356.51mg 15%
Potassium 486.57mg 10%
Total Carbs 134.38g 45%
Sugars 59.32g 237%
Dietary Fiber 6.46g 26%
Protein 11.86g 24%
Vitamin C 55mg 92%
Iron 5.8mg 32%
Calcium 103.1mg 10%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 272.28 Kcal (1140 kJ)
Calories from fat 60.58 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6.73g 27%
Sodium 136.14mg 15%
Potassium 185.8mg 10%
Total Carbs 51.31g 45%
Sugars 22.65g 237%
Dietary Fiber 2.47g 26%
Protein 4.53g 24%
Vitamin C 21mg 92%
Iron 2.2mg 32%
Calcium 39.4mg 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 14.9
    Points
  • 20
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium,
  • cholesterol free

Bad Points

  • High in Sugar

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