Royal Steensma Candied Orange Diced 6x6 12.5kg

Royal Steensma Candied Orange - 6mm Diced Orange Peel, Ready to Use

Royal Steensma Candied Orange is the perfect ingredient for adding citrusy sweetness and vibrant flavour to your recipes. These diced candied orange peel pieces, approximately 6mm in size, are soft, chewy, and ready to use straight from the pack. Whether you’re baking festive fruitcakes, crafting cookies, or preparing sweet breads, these orange pieces save you time while delivering consistent quality.

Candied orange peel has a long shelf life of up to 12 months due to the candying process. The peel is simmered in sugar syrup, which replaces its natural water content with sugar. This not only gives the product its sweet, chewy texture but also acts as a natural preservative by reducing the water activity. The result is a stable ingredient that resists microbial growth and spoilage, making it convenient for both professional and home bakers.

What is Candied Orange Peel?

Candied orange is created by preserving orange peel in sugar syrup, transforming it into a sweet, soft, and chewy ingredient. Unlike dried fruit, candied orange retains moisture while being infused with sugar, which stabilises it and gives it a glossy finish. The high sugar content acts as a natural preservative, ensuring a shelf life of up to 12 months.

Dawn Royal Steensma Candied Orange is carefully diced into uniform 6mm cubes, making it easy to use in a variety of recipes. It balances the natural tang of orange peel with a touch of sweetness, creating a versatile addition to cakes, breads, and desserts.

Popular Uses for Candied Orange

Candied orange peel is an essential ingredient for professional kitchens and home bakers alike. Here are some popular ways to use it:

• Festive Baking: A must-have for Christmas fruitcakes, panettone, and hot cross buns.
• Cookies and Biscuits: Add diced orange to cookie dough for a burst of citrus flavour.
• Dessert Garnishes: Sprinkle on top of cheesecakes, puddings, or tarts for a sweet finish.
• Chocolate Pairings: Pair with dark chocolate in truffles or bars for a decadent treat.
• Sweet Breads: Use in brioche, stollen, or other enriched dough recipes.

With its long shelf life and ready-to-use convenience, this product is perfect for creating a variety of delicious baked goods and desserts.

Why Does Candied Orange Have a Long Shelf Life?

The candying process is what allows Royal Steensma Candied Orange to last up to 12 months from production. During this process, the orange peel is simmered in sugar syrup, which replaces the natural water content with sugar. This has two key effects:

1) Preservation with Sugar: The sugar acts as a natural preservative by reducing the water activity in the peel. Microbes require water to grow, and the sugar effectively locks up the remaining moisture, preventing spoilage.
2) Stable and Moist Texture: The peel retains its chewy texture while being stabilised, making it resistant to microbial growth and oxidation.

This means you can confidently store it in a cool, dry place for months without worrying about quality or safety.

Why Choose Royal Steensma Candied Orange?

• Ready to Use: Pre-diced into uniform 6mm cubes for easy incorporation into recipes.
• Bursting with Flavour: Sweet and tangy, with the natural citrus aroma of orange peel.
• Long Shelf Life: The candying process ensures stability for up to 12 months, ideal for storage.
• Perfect for Baking and Desserts: A versatile ingredient for cakes, cookies, breads, and more.
• Time-Saving Solution: No need for peeling or chopping, ideal for busy kitchens.
• Consistent Quality: Uniform size ensures even distribution in every recipe.