How to Dry Orange Slices for Your Fall and Winter Holiday DIY Projects

Add natural elements such as dried orange slices to your holiday projects with this easy DIY home decor project. Step-by-step tutorial below.

Adding dried oranges to holiday decor is so easy and adds interest.

After researching several different ways to dry oranges, I was able to modify some processes and find a technique that worked for me.

dried oranges and greenery with pinecones

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How Can you Use Dried Oranges?

Make a dried orange garland
Add dried oranges to a wreath. I just created a fresh magnolia wreath and added a few bunches of dried orange slices which helped to bring a pop of color to the wreath.
Make gift tags using dried oranges.
Use them as part of your holiday tablescape.

Suggested Materials to Make Dried Orange Slices

5-6 Medium Oranges
Parchment Paper
Mandolin Slicer or Knife
Large Baking Sheets

Steps for Making Dried Orange Slices

Step 1 : Slice Oranges

Slice oranges 1/8 to 1/4 inches. Remember, the thinner the slices, the more quickly they will dry.

Step 2: Blot Oranges

Use a dishtowel to blot the excess juice out of the oranges.

Step 3: Place on the Baking Sheet

Line baking sheets with parchment paper and place the orange slices evenly on the sheet.

Step 4: Place in the Oven

Place the baking sheet in the oven at 200 degrees Fahrenheit for 3 hours, turning the orange slices every 30 minutes.

Step 5: Turn Off Oven

Turn off the oven and leave the dried orange slices in the oven until it has cooled. Remove the slices from the oven and place them on wire cooling racks. Leave overnight to continue drying.

Drying oranges are such an easy and affordable DIY project and can be used for so many holiday projects. I was pleasantly surprised with how they turned out and how beautiful they look wherever you use them.

Until next time,

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