Candied Fruit Peel Dipped in Dairy Milk Colourful and Elegant Gifting
Written by deepali verma | October 23, 2025
India is a place where the festivities, smallest gatherings, or a casual visit to someone’s home are all sweet-item-centric, the handmade treats from time to time are the ones that convey the greatest message. They are the ones that give the assurance of being cared for, giving time and thoughts for the same, something that even a box of shop-bought sweets can hardly match. And what can be better than making something that is both beautiful and indulgent in taste?
One way to do this is to Dip Fruit peel candy in Dairy Milk. At first, it might look a little unusual; however, the combination of bright citrus peels covered in silky chocolate turns the sweet into a stunning and tasty gift. The fruit peel goes very well with creamy Dairy Milk. It’s colorful, it’s literally fuss-free, and it’s a nice present for Diwali, Raksha Bandhan, Christmas, or even a return gift at weddings.
Let’s find out some home methods for making them and some tips to make the perfect ones.
Recipe: Fruit Peel Candy Dipped in Dairy Milk
Ingredients:
- 2 cups orange or sweet lime peels (thinly cut into strips)
- 2 cups sugar
- 2 cups water
- Pinch of salt
- 200 g Dairy Milk chocolate (cut into small pieces)
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Sprinkles or crushed pistachios for garnish (optional)
Method:
- First, boil the fruit peels in water with a pinch of salt for 5 minutes to take out the bitterness.
- Drain and repeat one more time.
- In a pan, put sugar and water, and boil until the sugar melts.
- Add the boiled peels and let them simmer on low heat until syrupy and glossy.
- Set aside and dry on parchment paper for some hours until firm.
- Melt Dairy Milk with butter in a double boiler or microwave.
- Dip half of each candied peel into melted chocolate, let the excess drip off, and set them on parchment paper.
- Sprinkle crushed pistachio or colored sprinkles on top before the chocolate sets.
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes before packaging.
7 Tips for Perfection
1. Select fresh peels
The trick here is in the peels. Choose oranges, sweet limes, or kinnow with firm, bright skin. Don't use peels that are too thin or blemished, as they will not candy properly. The thicker peel, the better it retains the sugar syrup and chocolate topping.
2. Remove bitterness with care
One common mistake is skipping the boiling process. Indian citrus peels turn out to be slightly bitter if improper handling is given. Boil them twice in salted water, discarding the water each time. In this way, the final candy turns out sweet and refreshing instead of sharp.
3. Get the sugar syrup right
When preparing the sugar syrup, consistency is key. If it's too runny, the peels will not set properly. If it's too thick, the peels can become too hard. The syrup should coat the back of a spoon lightly. Slow cooking enables the peels to absorb the sweetness evenly.
4. Use recently manufactured Dairy Milk
As chocolate is the star of the show here, always make use of brand new Dairy Milk bars. Store them in cool locations to avoid blooming (white streaks appearing on the chocolate). A shiny, silky melt provides your candy with a luxurious finish and makes it more enticing as a gift.
5. Add festive touches
For gifting, presentation matters as much as the sweet. Top the dipped ends with crushed pistachios, edible silver balls, or colorful sugar sprinkles. These not only give candy dipped in Dairy Milk-covered fruit peel a bright look but are also in sync with the atmosphere of Indian festivals.
6. Present carefully for gifting
Humidity in India tends to cause chocolate to perspire or lose its sheen. Once the candies are set, pack them into butter-paper liners and store them inside airtight containers. Attach ribbons, small notes written by hand, or colorful wraps to make the gift presentation even more special.
7. Store with care in Indian weather
During hot months, always refrigerate the candy. Store it in an air-tight container so that moisture from the fridge won't spoil it. For winter, for room temperature storage, a cool place will suffice. This keeps your fruit peel candy coated with Dairy Milk fresh, shiny, and gift-worthy for days.