Candied Fruit

Candied fruit is preserved fruit that has been saturated with sugar syrup, giving it an extended shelf life, an intensely sweet flavour, and a characteristic glossy surface. Common varieties include cherries, orange, lemon, figs, pineapple, and even tomatoes. In the kitchen, it is a staple for baking: it is an essential ingredient in fruitcakes, Christmas pastries, gingerbread, stollen, and Italian panettone. It also works well stirred into muesli, yoghurt, or ice cream sundaes, and as a decorative topping for cakes. Look for varieties with natural colouring and store in a cool, dry, dark place for up to several months.