🍋 Homemade Lemon Powder
Ingredients
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Fresh lemons (as many as you like)
Instructions
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Wash the lemons thoroughly.
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Scrub them to remove any wax or residue.
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Peel the lemons.
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Use a peeler or zester to remove only the yellow part of the peel (avoid the white pith—it’s bitter).
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Dry the peels.
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Option 1: Oven drying
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Place peels on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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Bake at lowest oven setting (about 90°C / 200°F) for 1–2 hours, until completely dry and crisp.
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Option 2: Air drying
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Spread peels out on a tray in a dry, sunny spot for 2–3 days, turning occasionally.
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Option 3: Dehydrator
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Set to 95°F / 35°C for 6–8 hours.
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Grind into powder.
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Once the peels are fully dry, grind them in a spice grinder, blender, or coffee grinder until fine.
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Store.
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Keep in an airtight jar (like the one in your image).
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Store in a cool, dark place—it will last up to a year.
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🌿 Uses
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Add to baked goods, marinades, or dressings.
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Mix with salt for lemon salt.
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Combine with sugar for lemon sugar.
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Stir into tea, yogurt, or smoothies for a citrusy boost.