Easy Candied Lemon Zest

4.9(18)

Candied lemon zest is beautiful on top of any dessert or chopped and added to cookies and baked goods.

·published 2023-06-12

AmericanDessert

Servings

['4', '4 tablespoons zest']

Total time

30 min

prep 10 min

Calories / serving

97 kcal

Ingredients (3)

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Instructions (3 steps)

01With a sharp vegetable peeler, cut long strips of zest from lemons, being sure not to take any of the bitter white pith. Slice the strips into ⅛-inch-thick strands.
02Bring sugar and water to a boil in a small saucepan; add the zest and simmer until translucent, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool in the syrup.
03Strain zest and use for garnish. Use the syrup in drinks or on pancakes. You can refrigerate both for 2 weeks.

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