Description
Cut mix peel, also known as mixed peel or candied mixed citrus peel, is a traditional baking ingredient made by slowly cooking pieces of citrus peel in sugar syrup until they become tender, sweet and preserved. It typically contains a blend of orange and lemon peel that has been glazed and cut into small pieces for easy use in baking.
Mixed peel has long been associated with classic fruit baking, particularly in European and British style recipes. It is widely used in fruit cakes, Christmas cakes, hot cross buns, fruit loaves, puddings and festive biscuits where it adds a distinctive citrus sweetness and soft chewy texture. The small cut pieces distribute evenly through batters and doughs, making it ideal for both home baking and commercial bakery production.
Beyond traditional baking, cut mix peel can also be used in muffins, scones, granola, confectionery, chocolate bark and dessert toppings. It pairs well with spices, dried fruit and nuts and can be added to sweet breads or used as a garnish for cakes and pastries.
