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Classic Homemade Orange Candy

Old-fashioned homemade orange candy made from real citrus slices simmered in sugar syrup until glossy and sweet.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 20 pieces
Course: Candy, Dessert
Cuisine: Traditional
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 oranges large
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract optional

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Wire rack
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Slice and blanch oranges twice to reduce bitterness.
  2. Simmer oranges in sugar syrup until translucent.
  3. Cool and dry on wire rack.
  4. Coat with sugar if desired and store.

Notes

Humidity affects drying time. Allow extra time if needed.