CHOCOLATE-AND-NUT-CRUSTED CANDIED ORANGE

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Chocolate and orange is an iconic wintertime pairing for good reason; the rich chocolate contrasts beautifully with the peak-season oranges. Here, we've made an easy candy from this dynamic duo that is perfect for giving as holiday gifts this year.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Time 25m

Yield Makes 16

Number Of Ingredients 4

16 sweetened dried orange slices (available at olivenation.com)
3/4 cup dark melting wafers (about 4 ounces), such as Ghirardelli or Merckens, melted; or Tempered Chocolate
2 tablespoons finely chopped roasted almonds or raw pistachios, preferably Sicilian
2 tablespoons finely chopped candied ginger or dried apricot

Steps:

  • Dip half of each orange slice into chocolate; roll dipped edges in nuts and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Add a few pieces of candied ginger.
  • Let stand until set, about 15 minutes. Store in an airtight container at room temperature up to 1 month.

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