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13 ways to use citrus peel in your Christmas decorations

Get ready to zest up your holidays as we put together a list of fun, easy and cost-effective ways you can use Citrus peel in your festive decorations!

Picture this: vibrant orange slices adorning your Christmas tree, filling the air with a citrusy scent that beats any holiday candle, yeah we’re already getting the festive feels too. And oh, the wreaths! A splash of orange here, a pop of lemon there—creating wreaths so festive, even Santa would do a double take.

So, this holiday season, let your creativity peel away with citrus decorations that add zest, fragrance, and a sprinkle of eco-friendliness to your festivities!

Citrus Pot Pourri

In our sider above, we’ve rounded up a handful of ideas on how to use citrus peel in your Christmas decorations.

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Can You Freeze Citrus Peel?

Sure! you can freeze citrus peel. Grab that trusty vegetable peeler and let’s get zesting those citrus fruits! Remember, easy does it – we’re aiming for just the colourful zest, not the bitter white stuff underneath. Pop those zesty strips into a snug little container, seal it up tight, and into the freezer they go!

A Box of Citrus peels

5 Ways To Use Citrus Peels In Your Christmas Recipes:

  1. Citrus-infused Mulled Wine: Add citrus peel strips to your mulled wine for a fragrant twist on a classic holiday drink.
  2. Zesty Citrus Roast Turkey: Rub citrus zest under the skin of your turkey before roasting for a flavorful and aromatic centrepiece.
  3. Candied Citrus Peel Treats: Dip citrus peel strips in sugar syrup and let them dry for delightful, homemade treats or garnishes.
  4. Citrus-Spiked Cranberry Sauce: Incorporate grated citrus zest into your cranberry sauce for a bright and tangy flavour boost.
  5. Citrus-Infused Baked Goods: Add grated citrus zest to your favourite Christmas cookies, cakes, or bread recipes for a burst of citrusy freshness.

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