Candied Lime Slices
Add a touch of citrusy elegance to your desserts and drinks with these homemade candied lime slices! This simple yet dazzling recipe transforms fresh limes into perfectly translucent, sweet-tart treats soaked in a homemade sugar syrup. Gently simmered to preserve their natural vibrancy, these lime slices boast a glossy, candied finish that’s perfect for garnishing cakes, tarts, or cocktails. For an extra sparkle, coat them in granulated sugar after cooling for a delicate, crystalized texture. With just three basic ingredients and a little patience, you can create these versatile, gourmet-inspired confections that delight both as edible decorations and standalone snacks.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole Limes
- 200 grams Granulated sugar
- 240 milliliters Water
- 50 grams Granulated sugar (for coating, optional)
Instructions
Wash the limes thoroughly to remove any wax or residue. Slice the limes into thin, even slices, approximately 2-3 millimeters thick. Discard the ends.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and water. Stir over medium heat until the sugar has completely dissolved, creating a simple syrup.
Reduce the heat to low and add the lime slices to the saucepan in a single layer. Simmer gently for 30-40 minutes, occasionally flipping the slices with tongs to ensure they are evenly coated and translucent.
Prepare a wire rack placed over a baking sheet. Once the lime slices are cooked, carefully transfer them to the wire rack using tongs. Allow them to cool for 1-2 hours until they are slightly tacky but no longer dripping with syrup.
For an optional finishing touch, dip each candied lime slice in extra granulated sugar to create a sparkly coating. Shake off any excess sugar.
Store the candied lime slices in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. Enjoy as a garnish for cakes, tarts, cocktails, or as a sweet-tart snack!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
995 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 11 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 264.0 g | 96% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 252.2 g | ||
| Protein | 1.0 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 59 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 137 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
