PrintIrresistible Easy Citrus Candy with Fresh Orange Zest Recipe!
A delightful and simple recipe for making citrus candy using fresh orange zest, perfect for a sweet treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 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 water
- 1 tablespoon fresh orange zest
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine sugar and water over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.
- Add the fresh orange zest, lemon juice, and salt to the mixture.
- Bring the mixture to a boil and let it simmer for about 10-15 minutes until it reaches a candy thermometer temperature of 300°F (hard crack stage).
- Remove from heat and pour the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Allow the candy to cool completely before breaking it into pieces.
Notes
- Ensure the candy reaches the hard crack stage for the best texture.
- Store the candy in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- You can experiment with other citrus zests for different flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg