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Candied Watermelon Rinds

Candied Watermelon Rinds: Sweet Treats from Leftover Scraps

This recipe for Candied Watermelon Rinds transforms leftover scraps into tasty, eco-friendly treats.
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Prep Time 8 hours
Cook Time 2 hours
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 10 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 10 pieces
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rind Preparation
  • 1 large Watermelon Rind Cut into 2-inch strips.
  • 6 cups Water For soaking and boiling.
  • 1.5 tablespoons Salt Essential for soaking.
For the Candying Process
  • 4 cups Granulated Sugar Create syrup.
  • 1 lemon Lemon Juice Juiced for flavor.
  • 1 lemon Lemon Zest Zested for aroma.
Optional Flavoring Enhancements
  • Cinnamon or Ginger Optional warm spices.
  • Zest from Other Citrus Fruits Experiment with flavors.

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Candied Watermelon Rinds
  1. Soak the rinds in a bowl with water and salt for 8 hours or overnight.
  2. Prepare the rinds by boiling them for 1 hour until translucent.
  3. Make the syrup by combining sugar, lemon juice, and zest, then simmer until thick.
  4. Candy the rinds in the hot syrup for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Bake the rinds at 175°F for 2-3 hours until chewy.
  6. Cool on a wire rack and store in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 22gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 22gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. For longer preservation, freeze for up to 3 months.

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