Old Fashioned Orange Candy Recipe
The Old Fashioned Orange Candy Recipe brings sweet memories from the past. This candy is chewy, bright and full of fresh orange flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Extra sugar for coating
Instructions
Prepare the Pan
- Line a baking dish with parchment paper. Lightly grease it so candy releases easily later.
Mix Sugar and Juice
- Add sugar, orange juice, corn syrup and salt into a saucepan. Stir gently before heating.
Heat the Mixture
- Place saucepan on medium heat. Stir slowly until sugar fully dissolves and mixture starts bubbling.
Add Butter
- Add butter to the hot mixture. Stir until melted and smooth without splashing the hot syrup.
Cook to Temperature
- Cook until mixture reaches 235°F on a candy thermometer. This takes patience and gentle stirring.
Add Flavor
- Remove pan from heat. Add orange zest and vanilla extract. Stir carefully to mix flavors well.
Pour and Set
- Pour candy mixture into prepared dish. Let it cool at room temperature for several hours.
Cut and Coat
- Once firm, cut into small squares. Roll each piece in sugar to prevent sticking.
Notes
- Use fresh orange juice for best flavor.
- Stir gently to avoid air bubbles.
- Watch temperature closely for proper texture.
- Do not rush the cooling process.
- Store candies fully cooled and dry.