Description
This Citrus Candy with Fresh Orange Zest recipe creates bright, tangy, chewy citrus treats infused with fresh orange zest, perfect for snacking, gifting, or dessert garnishing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large fresh oranges
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup filtered water
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2–3 tablespoons fresh orange zest
Instructions
- Wash the oranges thoroughly and zest them to collect 2–3 tablespoons of fresh orange zest.
- Slice the oranges into even 1/4-inch thick rounds and remove any seeds.
- In a medium saucepan, combine sugar and water and heat over medium until the sugar fully dissolves.
- Add lemon juice and half of the orange zest to the syrup and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add the orange slices and simmer for 10–15 minutes, turning occasionally.
- Remove slices and place them on a wire rack lined with parchment paper.
- Sprinkle the remaining orange zest over the slices.
- Let dry at room temperature for 4–6 hours or until tacky but not sticky.
Notes
Do not over-simmer the orange slices to avoid a mushy texture. Fresh zest is essential for maximum citrus flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Candying
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 pieces
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: citrus candy with fresh orange zest, citrus candy, orange zest candy, homemade citrus candy