candied

adjective can·died \ ˈkan-dēd \

Updated on: 12 Apr 2018

Definition of candied

1 : encrusted or coated with sugar

candied fruits

2 : baked with sugar or syrup until translucent

candied yams

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The resulting sweetness, which also comes from candied carrots and a bit of orange flavoring, proved pleasant.

— tim smith, baltimoresun.com, "Baldwin's Station remains an appealing destination in Sykesville," 28 Mar. 2018
Thursday, March 29: Easter baked ham, candied yams, sweet corn, dinner roll, fruit crisp. Friday, March 30: Closed.

— Ramona Sentinel, "Ramona Senior Center," 21 Mar. 2018
Supermarkets and fancy food shops, as well as online sources, sell candied orange peel.

— eric asimov, New York Times, "Does Blended Scotch Still Have a Place in the Modern Bar?," 16 Mar. 2018
Garnish each pastry with a glaceed cherry or candied orange peel and a little shower of grated chocolate or chopped pistachios.

— domenica marchetti, chicagotribune.com, "How to make fried Sicilian St. Joseph's Day treat called sfince," 16 Mar. 2018
Stir in the almonds and, if using, the candied orange rind, and immediately spread caramel over pastry with a wooden spoon.

— amy dewall dadmun, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "Light lamb stew tides us over until spring," 15 Mar. 2018
Also good: Pork schnitzel topped with an egg and served with mashed potatoes, warm kale with candied bacon and a bright sauce of capers and warm butter.

— kathleen purvis, charlotteobserver, "First look: What’s the best thing (besides beer) at EpiCentre’s new World of Beer? | Charlotte Observer," 12 Mar. 2018
The Italian wedge with crunchy pancetta and pickled red onions is a Gorgonzola lover’s dream, and the salmon spinach salad with candied walnuts and goat cheese is a tasty, lighter meal option.

— San Antonio Express-News, "Dough Pizzeria Napoletana," 8 Mar. 2018
Combine the flours, remaining sugar, raisins, candied peels, salt, and spices in the bowl of a standing mixer fitted with a dough hook (or in a large mixing bowl) and mix on low speed.

— country living staff, Country Living, "The Best Hot Cross Buns Recipe to Make This Easter," 24 Jan. 2018

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: cooked in or covered with sugar

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: cooked in or coated with sugar

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