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Candied Lemon Slices
Simple candied citrus made for garnishing cupcakes, breakfast breads & more refreshing lemon treats.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword lemon
Prep Time 3 minutes minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes minutes
Total Time 18 minutes minutes
Author Gina Kleinworth
- 1 ripe lemon
- 1 cup granulated sugar + more for sprinkling later
- ¾ cup water
Slice the lemon into very thin wheels & set aside.
Combine the water & sugar in a small saucepan & cook over med heat, stirring until sugar has dissolved & it is simmering.
Place the lemon slices in the pan & simmer for about 15 minutes or until rinds are soft & translucent.
Remove the lemon slices & lay them on a piece of parchment paper. Sprinkle them with additional sugar.
Let the coated lemon slices sit at room temperature until mostly dry before using (they will remain sticky)
Store in the refrigerator for several days.