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Homemade Orange Candy

Irresistibly Chewy Homemade Orange Candy You’ll Love

Create delightful homemade orange candy with just two ingredients for a sweet treat perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Drying Time 1 day
Total Time 1 day 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Candy
  • 3 small Oranges (or tangelos) The stars of the show, providing natural sweetness.
  • 3 cups Granulated Sugar Crucial for the syrup.
  • 3 cups Water Necessary to create the syrup.
For Optional Finishes
  • Granulated Sugar Additional for rolling.
  • Melted Chocolate For a decadent twist.

Equipment

  • Large skillet or saucepan
  • Wire Rack
  • Sharp knife or mandoline

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash the oranges to remove any wax or pesticides and slice them into uniform ¼-inch rounds.
  2. Combine granulated sugar and water in a large skillet over medium-high heat and stir until dissolved; bring to a gentle boil.
  3. Add orange slices to the syrup in a single layer, reduce heat to a simmer, and cook for 45–60 minutes.
  4. Remove the simmered orange slices from syrup and place on a wire rack to dry for 24–48 hours.
  5. Roll in granulated sugar or dip in melted chocolate for optional finishes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 25gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 24gVitamin C: 20mg

Notes

Store the homemade orange candy in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one month. Alternatively, refrigerate or freeze for longer storage.

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