Description
Homemade Orange Candy is a delightful treat that captures the essence of sunny days with its vibrant citrus flavor. This easy recipe transforms fresh oranges into sweet, chewy candies that are perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying as a snack. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create this nostalgic candy that brings joy to both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium Fresh Oranges
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 cup Water
- 1/4 tsp Salt
Instructions
- Thoroughly wash and dry the oranges, then slice them into thin rounds, removing any seeds.
- In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of sugar and 1 cup of water. Heat over medium until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Add the orange slices to the syrup and simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour until they become translucent.
- Remove slices from the syrup and place them on a wire rack or parchment paper to cool. Toss in granulated sugar once cooled.
- Let the candies sit overnight to firm up before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Candy Making
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 orange slices (30g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg