• Mitten Moments
  • About Me / The Cause
    • Disclosure/Privacy Policy
  • Cottage Blankets
  • Shop My Favorites

cottage in the mitten

A LIFESTYLE BLOG

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
Home » How To Make Dried Orange Slices

December 10, 2022

How To Make Dried Orange Slices

Jump to Recipe Print Recipe

Have you ever dried oranges? Here’s a little secret…I just did for the very first time! I just love the way they turned out and I know this will definitely not be my last time drying them. Dried oranges are all the rage this holiday season and today I want to share with you how to make dried orange slices.

There is something traditional and magical about drying oranges for Christmas and this is such a fun and easy craft project!

“In the wintertime, in the snow country, citrus fruit was so rare, and if you got one, it was better than ambrosia.” -James Earl Jones

Affiliate links are used in this post. Read my full disclosure here.

The History of Oranges and Christmas

My parents grew up in the era of the Great Depression. As a little girl, I remember the stories they told about only receiving an orange for Christmas and how blessed they felt by that round piece of fruit. What a great reminder of being grateful and blessed for what we get and what we have.

I wanted to share a two things I learned about the history of oranges and Christmas.

The Best Way To Dry Oranges

Before I dried my oranges, I researched the best way to do it.

I read articles, asked friends and this is what I came up with.

Here’s a PSA…Friends! I’m no expert. I’m sharing what worked for me and I hope you’ll try it too!

Print

How To Dry Orange Slices

This dried orange recipe is so easy to prepare and is perfect to use this holiday season!
Prep Time15 mins
Total Time4 hrs 15 mins

Materials

  • 1 Bag Oranges You don't have to use the whole bag. Only what you think you will need for your craft.

Instructions

  • Preheat your over to 200 degrees F.
    Slice your oranges – 1/4 inch thick
    Place oranges on oven safe cookie rack – using a rack will allow air to flow around the orange slices. I also placed the cookie rack on a baking sheet lined with parchment, just in case there was any dripping from the oranges.
    Cook 4 – 4 1/2 hours – I turned my orange slices over every hour

If you’ve been here for awhile, you know I craft with my granddaughter every week. This was the perfect project for her to get involved in.

Once the oranges were all cut she was able to help Big Al and I add them to the cooking racks.

If you have littles or grands, I encourage you to include them! Their smiles of accomplishment are priceless!

Your cooking time may vary. Remember, slow and low heat is what this project needs.

Some articles I read said to string the dried oranges right away. Some said to let them sit for awhile. I chose to let them sit for a few hours. Honestly, I think either way works!

How To Use Your Dried Oranges

1.) String them to make a pretty garland. Using a large needle, I chose red twine to string my oranges. I think it just adds a little more festive to the garland.

What do you think?

2.) Add the dried oranges to your existing greenery. I used them this year in my table centerpiece. You can see my tablescape and more in my post, How to Decorate An Old Fashion Cottage Christmas.

3.) Decorate your tree with them by making ornaments. If you like the old fashion vintage Christmas look, you can’t go wrong with making these. You can use the red and white twine or just a solid color to create the ornament.

I also recently made some Easy Vintage Ornaments out of wood, twine and free printable artwork. Another fun and easy project for you to check out!

4.) Lastly, use your dried oranges and add some cinnamon sticks to a decorate vessel for some festive flair!

How To Make Dried Orange Slices

Like I said earlier, I’m no expert but this method worked great for me!

I hope you get the opportunity to dry some for yourself…and maybe do it with your favorite littles!

I’m so grateful for you visiting my blog each week. Wishing you all the Merriest Christmas!

Don’t forget to follow me on Instagram and Pinterest!

You May Also Love

Shop My Favorite Christmas Items

Posted In: Blog

Comments

  1. Tammy says

    December 10, 2022 at 1:23 pm

    Kim, what a great project to do with your granddaughter. I bet she really enjoyed it.

    Reply
    • cottageinthemitten@gmail.com says

      December 10, 2022 at 9:02 pm

      She did really love it!

      Reply
  2. Renae says

    December 10, 2022 at 2:13 pm

    I love dried oranges. So pretty. Happy Holidays, my friend.

    Reply
    • cottageinthemitten@gmail.com says

      December 10, 2022 at 9:02 pm

      Me too, Renae! Such a fun project to do!

      Reply
  3. Susie says

    December 10, 2022 at 3:36 pm

    Hi Kim,
    I have been drying orange slices for years, I love that they look like stained glass when the sun hits them or the Christmas lights.
    I do not however, dry them in the oven ~ four hours in the oven means my electric bill really goes up!
    So, I use several big cookie sheets and put parchment paper on them, cut the oranges, dab with a paper towel to get some or most of the moisture out and every day turn them over! It makes my kitchen smell wonderful, I start doing this in early Nov. and by the time I put the tree up (usually Thanksgiving week) they are dry and ready to go! I add pretty (a little expensive) ornament hooks instead of string. Just thought I would pass this tip on:)
    Love your Blog!
    Susie

    Reply
    • cottageinthemitten@gmail.com says

      December 11, 2022 at 8:29 am

      Hi Susie! I have heard of laying them out to dry. Always good to have options!! Thanks for your kind words and Merry Christmas to you!

      Reply
  4. Jen says

    December 11, 2022 at 9:43 am

    They turned out so beautifully, Kim! I have dried oranges on my list of things to try next year!

    Reply
    • cottageinthemitten@gmail.com says

      December 11, 2022 at 5:29 pm

      It’s so much fun! I bet your daughters would love doing it too!

      Reply
  5. Donna says

    December 12, 2022 at 8:43 pm

    Thanks for sharing your tips on how to dry and style orange slices! I have been wanting to try this! They turned out so pretty! Pinning now! Happy holidays!

    Reply
    • cottageinthemitten@gmail.com says

      December 12, 2022 at 10:11 pm

      Thanks so much! They are so easy to do, Donna! Merry Christmas!

      Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe Rating




About Me


Hi! I’m Kim!

Welcome to my Cottage in the Mitten! I am a native Michigander. I am a wife, mom and mimi. I love DIY, home decor, all things pretty, community with others, and sewing. I make blankets for a cause, hoping to help find a cure for brain tumors. I hope you love my site and pray it inspires you.

READ MORE

Recent Posts

  • The Easiest & Sweet Valentine’s Day Treat Pinterest Challenge
  • Mitten Moments
  • How To Make An Old Dollhouse New – Part 2
  • Mitten Moments
  • The Best & Beautiful Rugs This Season

Categories

  • Blog
  • Mitten Moments
Valentine’s Day is approaching fast and this par Valentine’s Day is approaching fast and this particular holiday is always full of special cards, flowers, dinners out and yummy treats. 

Today, I’m joining 15 of my blogging friends for this special holiday recipe Pinterest challenge.

Stop on by and see all the yummy Valentine’s goodness we have for you, today! ❤️

❤️ @cindy.countyroad407 
❤️ @oursouthernhome 
❤️ @astrollthrulife 
❤️ @decortoadore 
❤️ @diybeautify 
❤️ @mywee_abode 
❤️ @thistlekeylane 
❤️ @myfamilythyme 
❤️ @lorabcreateandponder 
❤️ @wmdesignhouse 
❤️ @the_everyday_edits 
❤️ @thehouseonsilverado 
❤️ @peacockridgefarm 
❤️ @blueskyathome 
❤️ @frenchethereal 

#cottageinthemitten #valentines #valentinesday #recipes #recipeshare #chocolatepretzels #pretzels #sprinkles
Happy Monday from the Mitten! It was a fun weeke Happy Monday from the Mitten! 

It was a fun weekend full of family, friends and crafting. What could be better?!

Now that my wrist has healed almost 100%, I’m happy to report that I can get back to sewing and crocheting! As you can see I spent some time picking out new materials. 

I also shared my Mitten Moments, this weekend. If you missed it, link in my bio, grab your cup of and head on over to the cottage! 

There’s so much goodness to see! 

@wmdesignhouse @thetatteredpew @rachel_thepondsfarmhouse @ourtiny_nest @dabbling_and_decorating @feetundermytable @thistlewood @thecrownedgoat @shegaveitago 

#cottageinthemitten #sewing #blankets #crochet #handmadewithjoann #blanketsforacause #mittenmoments 
#weekendvibes #diyer #mittenliving #midwestliving #blogger 
#mycottageproject #cottagewithcolor #mycottagehome 
#mygreencottage
Have you ever taken on a project you thought would Have you ever taken on a project you thought would go much faster than it did? That’s what happened with my dollhouse project. 

I know it’s been a while since I’ve had an update on how to make an old dollhouse new, but today the wait is over!

I partnered with @blackdogsalvagefurniturepaint and I can’t wait for you to see how it turned out! 

Come on by the cottage, this morning, and check her out! She’s so cute!! 🏡 

#cottageinthemitten
#blackdogsalvagefurniturepaint #dollhouse #dollhouseminiatures #dollhousedecor #hobby
I hope you all had a wonderful holiday! Now that I hope you all had a wonderful holiday!

Now that Christmas is over, the time has come to pack away all that beautiful decor we’ve used. 

Once it’s all packed up my house looks so much bigger...or maybe just empty. I’m always looking for new ways to make our cottage more cozy in the winter months.

On the blog, I’m gathering with some of my good blogging friends and we are sharing 12 easy ways to organize and decorate after the holidays!
 
Grab your favorite cup of and stop on by the cottage! I’ll be putting the last of my decor away, in a very organized fashion!

☕️ @rachel_thepondsfarmhouse 
☕️ @cottage_on_bunker_hill 
☕️ @robyns_frenchnest 
☕️ @dabbling_and_decorating 
☕️ @simply2moms 
☕️ @bricksnblooms 
☕️ @whitelilacfarmhouse 
☕️ @eleanorrosehome 
☕️ @thistlekeylane 
☕️ @shegaveitago 
☕️ @shiplapandshells 

#cottageinthemitten #organization #winterdecorating
Good morning!! I am happy to report that it’s Good morning!! 

I am happy to report that it’s going to be a White Christmas in the Mitten, this year! We have had crazy wind and blowing snow, but it’s supposed to clam down by this afternoon! 

I know the snow is complicating travel and Christmas plans for some of you and I pray you all get where you are going, safe and sound! 

I’m signing off for a few days to enjoy some much needed time with my family! I’m so grateful to celebrate the reason for the season! 

I’m sharing some photos from my Christmas home tour in case you missed it! 

Wishing you all a wonderful Christmas! May it be merry and bright! 

Peace and Blessings, 

Kim ❤️🎄

#cottageinthemitten #merrychristmas #christmascheer #snowy #snowychristmas #santaiscoming
You have six days! Six days and Christmas will be You have six days! Six days and Christmas will be here!! 🎅🏻

I’ve been working on all the Christmas things for quite some time now. I still have a few gifts to wrap and then I’m done! 

I’m sure I’m not alone! 

Today, I’m sharing some great Christmas inspiration in my Mitten Moments! Stop on by the cottage and see who I’m sharing! There may be something you could use for your holidays! 

Make it a great week and Merry Christmasing!!! 🎄❤️ 

@bricksnblooms 
@cottage_on_bunker_hill @rachel_thepondsfarmhouse 
@thistlekeylane @whitelilacfarmhouse @dabbling_and_decorating @wmdesignhouse @sonatahomedesign 

#cottageinthemitten #merrychristmas #gifts #treats 
#mittenmoments #mythoughts #diyer #interiordecor #mittenliving #midwestliving #blogger 
#mycottageproject #cottagewithcolor #mycottagehome 
#mygreencottage
We finally got a dusting of snow! Now it really fe We finally got a dusting of snow! Now it really feels like the Christmas season! 

As a blogger, I decorate for each season just a little bit earlier than most. That being said, my Christmas tree has already been up a long time! 

Today on the blog, I’m sharing my traditional Christmas tree and eight of my blogging friends are sharing some Christmas tree inspiration. 

I’m sure you’re gearing up for all the last minute Christmas things, but first, grab your favorite cup of and stop on by the cottage! It’s a day full of pretty inspiration! 

Enjoy your Saturday!! 

🎄 @wmdesignhouse 
🎄 @whitelilacfarmhouse 
🎄 @sweetvalleyacres 
🎄 @perfectingplaces 
🎄 @henandhorsedesign 
🎄 @sonatahomedesign 
🎄 @southhousedesigns 
🎄 @athomewithkristy 

#cottageinthemitten #trees #christmasdecoration #festive #christmasideas #christmasiscoming #holidaytree

#cottageinthemitten #tree #christmastime🎄 #holidays  #treedecorating #interiordecor #mittenliving #midwestliving #blogger 
#mycottageproject #cottagewithcolor #mycottagehome 
#mygreencottage
Monday, Monday! Happy Monday from the Mitten! I Monday, Monday! Happy Monday from the Mitten! 

I hope you had a wonderful weekend and are ready to tackle a new week! 

I spent part of the weekend wrapping most of my gifts! I love a pretty package and don’t they look pretty under my @kingofchristmas tree? I have never had a flock tree and I love the way my tree looks! 🎄❤️

Today, I’m sharing some of my Mitten Moments over the last couple of weeks. I would love for you to stop by the cottage and see all the goodness I have waiting for you! 

Make it a great Monday! 

@kingofchristmas 🎄
@cottagesandbungalows 

#cottageinthemitten
#kingofchristmas  #cottagesandbungalows #christmasiscoming #holidayfun #mittenmoments #mythoughts #diyer #interiordecor #mittenliving #midwestliving #blogger 
#mycottageproject #cottagewithcolor #mycottagehome 
#mygreencottage
Load More... Follow on Instagram

Copyright © 2023 cottage in the mitten · Theme by 17th Avenue