National Candied Orange Peel Day

National Candied Orange Peel Day, observed annually on May 4, celebrates a sweet-and-tangy treat made by cooking orange peel in sugar syrup and then drying it. The finished peel is fragrant, slightly bitter, and sweet enough to enjoy as a snack. It can also be added to cakes, pies, chocolate candies, muesli, and other desserts, including festive baked goods. Learn more about the treat and the date from Dayspedia’s holiday description.

The holiday’s creator and exact origin have not been identified. Its purpose is described as encouraging homemade cooking and appreciation for the practice of turning natural ingredients into sweets. Candied orange peel is also valued for its versatility: it can flavor baked goods, decorate desserts, or be enjoyed on its own. Wikidates describes a basic method of cutting the peel into strips, boiling it, simmering it in sugar syrup, and leaving it to dry.

How to Observe National Candied Orange Peel Day

Celebrate by making or buying candied orange peel and enjoying it as a snack. Add it to cookies, cakes, pies, chocolate, or another dessert, or share a batch with friends. You can also try a new recipe featuring the peel or share your creation online. If you make it yourself, allow time for the cooked peel to dry before using it.

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