Mixed peel, also known as mixed citrus peel or candied peel, is a combination of citrus fruit peels that have been candied and preserved. The most common fruits used in mixed peel are orange, lemon, and sometimes grapefruit. The peel is carefully removed from the fruit, then boiled or blanched to remove bitterness. Afterward, it is simmered in a sugar syrup until it becomes translucent and tender. The candied peel is then cooled and dried before being used in various culinary applications. Mixed peel is commonly used in baking, particularly in fruitcakes, puddings, cookies, and bread.
