Classic Homemade Orange Candy Recipe: Delightfully Refreshing Treat
A delightful recipe for homemade orange candy that is both refreshing and easy to make.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups orange juice
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup corn syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon gelatin
- 1/4 teaspoon orange zest
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine orange juice, sugar, and corn syrup over medium heat until sugar dissolves.
- Stir in gelatin until fully dissolved.
- Allow the mixture to simmer for about 10-15 minutes until it thickens.
- Remove from heat and stir in orange zest.
- Pour into a greased dish and allow it to set for several hours or until firm.
- Once set, cut into desired shapes and enjoy.
Notes
- For a different flavor, try adding lemon juice or zest.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pieces
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg