This guide will teach you how to make Dried Orange Slices in the oven to use as Christmas garlands, cocktail garnishes, and more. The low and slow method dries out the fruit, helping them last you for years!
Preheat your oven to 200-degrees, or lower if it goes lower.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Thinly slice the oranges into uniform thin slices (about ¼ inch thick).
Arrange in a single layer on the baking sheet.
Bake for 2-4 hours, flipping every 30 minutes or so, until the citrus slices are dried, but still somewhat pliable and not brown. If some slices are browning more quickly than others, feel free to remove them from the oven earlier.
Let cool then store in an airtight container or ziploc bag.
Notes
Tips
The thicker the fruit slices, the longer they’ll take to dry out.
Pat the slices dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towel to help speed up the drying process.
You’ll know the slices are ready when they feel completely dry to the touch but can still be bent without crumbling. They’ll crisp up as they cool.