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Old Fashioned Orange Candy

Delight in Homemade Old Fashioned Orange Candy Bliss

Enjoy the magical flavors of Old Fashioned Orange Candy, a vibrant, homemade treat that is vegan, gluten-free, and bursting with citrus goodness.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 10 pieces
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Candy Base
  • 2 cups Sugar Essential for sweetness and structure
  • 1 cup Light Corn Syrup Prevents crystallization and maintains moisture
  • 1 cup Water Dissolves sugar for hard candy
  • 1 teaspoon Cream of Tartar Stabilizes the sugar mixture
Flavors
  • 2 tablespoons Orange Zest Use fresh for optimal flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Orange Extract Enhances orange flavor
  • optional Orange Food Coloring For visual appeal

Equipment

  • heavy-bottomed saucepan
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Spatula
  • Candy thermometer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly grease it with a little oil.
  2. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine sugar, light corn syrup, water, and cream of tartar.
  3. Stir over medium heat until sugar is completely dissolved, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Increase heat to medium-high and boil mixture without stirring, about 7-10 minutes, until temperature reaches 300°F-310°F.
  5. Remove from heat, stir in fresh orange zest, orange extract, and optional food coloring.
  6. Pour mixture onto prepared baking sheet, spreading evenly.
  7. Allow candy to cool completely, about 1 hour, then break into pieces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 31gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 15mgSugar: 30gVitamin A: 60IUCalcium: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature. Avoid humidity to maintain crispness.

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