Candied Citrus Peel

Candied Citrus Peel is a traditional confection made by simmering the outer rind of citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, or grapefruits in a sugar syrup, then coating them in granulated sugar. It's a popular sweet treat and garnish found in many cuisines, particularly around the Mediterranean, in British baking, and during holiday seasons worldwide.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This is a carbohydrate-dense treat, primarily from sugar, with minimal fat or protein. It provides small amounts of vitamin C and dietary fiber from the peel, and a typical 1-ounce (28g) serving contains roughly 80-100 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	480 kcal
Protein	0.5 g
Carbs	120 g
Fat	0.2 g
Fiber	5.5 g
Sugar	105 g
Sodium	15 mg
Vitamin C	45 mg
Potassium	320 mg
Calcium	120 mg
Magnesium	20 mg
Vitamin A	150 IU
Iron	1.2 mg
Folate	25 mcg
Phosphorus	30 mg

Per 1 cup (140 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a classic way to preserve seasonal citrus and is often used to decorate cakes and cookies during Christmas. Nutritionally, while it's a sugary candy, the peel itself contains beneficial plant compounds like flavonoids, though in smaller quantities than in fresh fruit.