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Delicious orange slice candy coated in sugar crystals, a nostalgic sweet treat.

Old-Fashioned Orange Candy

A nostalgic chewy jelly candy bursting with orange flavor, coated in sugar for that classic sweet treat experience.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Orange Candy
  • 1 cup fresh orange juice Avoid boiling too hard to prevent bitterness.
  • 2 tablespoons orange zest Zest only the orange part to avoid bitterness.
  • 1 tablespoon orange extract For consistent orange flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons gelatin powder For the chewy texture.
  • 2 cups granulated sugar For coating and texture.
  • 1 pinch salt Enhances the orange flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a saucepan, combine the orange juice, orange zest, and orange extract over medium heat.
  2. Sprinkle gelatin over the mixture and stir until completely dissolved.
  3. Stir in a pinch of salt and mix well.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Setting
  1. Line a square pan with parchment paper and lightly oil it.
  2. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and let it set at room temperature for 4 hours or until firm.
Cutting and Coating
  1. Once set, lift the candy from the pan using the parchment paper.
  2. Cut into squares or wedge shapes.
  3. Toss each piece in a bowl of granulated sugar until fully coated.

Notes

Store candy in an airtight container at room temperature. Refresh the sugar coating after a few days if it looks glossy. Pair with peppermint treats for a fun mix.