How To Make Candied Lemon Slices

How To Make Candied Lemon Slices

from pipandebby.com
Dessert
25 min
16 servings
52 kcal / serving

Candied Lemons are EASY to make! They make beautiful edible garnishes for baked goods and can be enjoyed as a treat, as well. Great way to use up lemons!

Ingredients

  • 1 cupgranulated sugar
  • 1 cupwater
  • 2 tbspfresh lemon juice
  • 2lemons (sliced to 1/8-inch thickness)

Directions

  1. 1

    In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, water and lemon juice. Bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer (med-low) and add lemon slices in a single layer.

  2. 2

    Simmer over medium-low (uncovered) for 15 minutes, gently flipping once or twice during the cooking process.

  3. 3

    Transfer the lemon slices to a wire cooling rack or waxed paper and let cool.