Description
Sweet citrus magic comes alive in this simple Orange Candy recipe, bringing zesty sunshine to your kitchen. Minimal ingredients and quick preparation ensure delightful homemade treats you’ll savor with pure culinary joy.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup fresh orange juice (from about 2 large oranges)
- 1/2 cup sugar
Thickening Agent:
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
Instructions
- Whisk freshly squeezed orange juice with granulated sugar and cornstarch in a heavy-bottomed saucepan, ensuring all ingredients blend smoothly without any dry powder clumps.
- Position the saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly as the mixture gradually warms and transforms from liquid to a slightly thickening syrup.
- Continue cooking and stirring, watching the consistency evolve from watery to a glossy, dense texture that coats the back of a spoon, which typically takes 6-8 minutes.
- Once the mixture reaches a jam-like thickness and develops a translucent sheen, immediately remove from heat to prevent scorching.
- Carefully transfer the molten liquid into a lightly greased rectangular pan or silicone mold, tilting gently to create an even surface.
- Allow the candy to rest at ambient temperature for approximately 40 minutes, permitting natural cooling and initial setting.
- Transfer the pan to the refrigerator and chill for 1-2 hours until the candy achieves a firm, sliceable consistency.
- Extract the candy from the mold and slice into bite-sized cubes or geometric shapes using a sharp knife.
- Store the orange candies in an airtight container, separating layers with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Notes
- Select fresh, high-quality oranges to maximize flavor intensity and natural sweetness in your candy.
- Experiment with different citrus varieties like tangerines or blood oranges for unique taste variations.
- Prevent sugar crystallization by stirring consistently and maintaining steady medium heat during cooking process.
- Use a non-stick saucepan or well-greased surface to ensure easy candy removal and smooth texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg