Classic Homemade Orange Candy: A Juicy Twist on a Timeless Treat
Enjoy this classic homemade orange candy that brings a juicy twist to a timeless treat, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 10 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large oranges
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon citric acid
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Wash and peel the oranges, then slice them into thin strips.
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, water, citric acid, and salt. Cook over medium heat until sugar dissolves.
- Add orange strips to the saucepan and simmer for about 45 minutes until they become translucent.
- Remove the strips from the syrup and place them on a wire rack to cool.
- Once cooled, roll the orange strips in sugar, if desired.
- Let them dry completely before serving.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container to keep them fresh.
- These candies make great gifts or party favors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pieces
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg