Dehydrated Orange Slices
Once you know how to dehydrate oranges, you'll want to add these dried orange slices to everything! They are a beautiful holiday decoration, perfect for adding to garlands, ornaments, and gifts, but they can also be eaten. Make a big batch and have them on hand all winter long to elevate your drinks, cakes, gifts, and more!
Equipment
- Cutting board
- dehydrator (optional)
- Baking sheet (oven method)
- silicone mat (oven method)
- airtight container
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh oranges, (or any amount)
Instructions
Prepare the oranges
- Rinse and dry the oranges.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the oranges into thin slices (approximately 1/4 of an inch).
Oven Method
- Preheat the oven to the lowest temperature it can reach (usually between 150-200 F).
- Place the orange slices in an even layer on a baking tray lined with parchment or a silicone mat.
- Set the oranges in the oven and let them dry for 3-5 hours until completely dry to the touch. Flip the orange slices halfway through drying.
Dehydrator Method
- Arrange the orange slices in a single layer on your dehydrator trays.
- Set the dehydrator temperature to 135 degrees F. Dry for 6-10 hours or until fully dried.
Storage
- Allow the orange slices to cool, then store or use for decorations.
Notes
Since it takes so long to dry the oranges, it's best to dry several at a time. I used 4-5 oranges for 2 baking sheets and got enough for one long garland.
If you plan on using these orange slices for food, I recommend using the dehydrator and selecting organic oranges.
If these are for decorations only, you can use any quality and either dehydrate or use the oven.
Be sure to choose firm oranges, preferably seedless. You can also use this method to dehydrate other citrus fruits, like limes, lemons, grapefruits, and more.