Classic Homemade Orange Candy Recipe for a Sweet Indulgence
A delightful recipe for making classic homemade orange candy that offers a sweet indulgence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20 pieces 1x
- Category: Candy
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, orange juice, corn syrup, and cream of tartar.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
- Increase the heat and bring the mixture to a boil without stirring.
- Using a candy thermometer, cook until the mixture reaches 245°F (118°C).
- Remove from heat and stir in the orange zest.
- Pour the mixture onto a greased baking sheet and let it cool completely.
- Once cooled, cut into pieces or break into chunks.
Notes
- For a more intense orange flavor, you can use additional orange zest.
- Make sure to monitor the temperature closely to avoid burning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Classic Homemade Orange Candy, Orange Candy Recipe, Sweet Indulgence