Description
This Classic Homemade Orange Candy recipe is a delightful treat that combines the fresh citrus flavors of oranges with the sweetness of sugar, creating a nostalgic confection that is perfect for sharing or gifting.
Ingredients
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Oranges:
- 2 large fresh oranges (for juice and zest)
Sugar Syrup:
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup corn syrup
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon butter
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 packet unflavored gelatin
- 1 teaspoon orange extract (optional)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
- A pinch of salt (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Oranges: Zest the oranges and juice to collect the zest and juice. Set aside.
- Make the Sugar Syrup: Combine orange juice, water, sugar, and corn syrup. Heat until sugar dissolves.
- Simmer the Mixture: Simmer for 10 minutes to concentrate flavors.
- Prepare the Gelatin: Bloom gelatin in water, add to syrup.
- Add Butter and Zest: Stir in butter and zest, cook for 5 minutes.
- Cool the Mixture: Let the mixture cool for 1-2 hours.
- Pour and Set: Pour into a dish, let set at room temperature, then refrigerate.
- Cut and Serve: Cut into pieces and dust with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Simmering, Mixing, Setting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 1mg
Keywords: Homemade Orange Candy, Orange Confection, Citrus Candy Recipe
