22 candied ginger recipes

Gingered holiday chutney simmers Anjou pears, red and green bell peppers, lemon, lime and crystallized ginger in a brown sugar vinegar syrup. A sweet-tangy condiment for cheese boards, ham, turkey or roasted pork.

Old-school dark fruitcake soaked overnight in brandy and orange liqueur with figs, apricots, currants, walnuts, and pecans. Makes four loaves; ages beautifully.

Mai Mai sweet potato pie with coconut milk, maple syrup, orange juice, crystallized ginger, and walnuts in a coconut-maple crust. Topped with orange-scented whipped cream.

Traditional Jewish poppy seed candy (mohn) cooked with honey, sugar, chopped nuts, and ginger. A chewy, nutty confection cut into diamonds. Perfect for Purim and holidays.

Fresh ginger cheesecake with a ground pecan crust, featuring three forms of ginger: preserves, ground, and fresh grated. A rich, spicy cheesecake baked low and slow, garnished with candied ginger.

Gingerbread men cookies with oats, molasses, cinnamon, and ginger rolled thin and decorated with frosting, red cinnamon candies, and chocolate. A holiday baking favorite.