Homemade Orange Candy: Chewy and Soft
Here’s the tutorial for super-healing homemade orange candy! No preservatives added, all-natural and healthy, and way better than store-bought! Plus, it looks so cute!
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What is Orange Candy?
Orange candy is a traditional sweet made primarily from fresh orange juice and orange peel zest.
Its texture is somewhere between gummy candy and jelly, with the refreshing, tangy sweetness of orange and the smooth, delicate feel of sugar.
It’s made by simmering orange juice, sugar, and starch until thickened, and then cooling and cutting into pieces. It’s perfect as a snack or a gift.
Which type of orange is best for this recipe?
Choose oranges with smooth skin and no spots. These are of better quality and will ensure the taste and appearance of the candy are top-notch.
It’s recommended to pick varieties with higher sweetness and plenty of juice, like navel oranges, sugar oranges, or blood oranges, to make the candy taste sweeter and more fragrant.
INGREDIENTS
MAIN INGREDIENTS
- 240ml fresh orange juice (about 4-6 medium-sized oranges for juicing)
- Orange zest (from 1 orange)
- 200g white granulated sugar
- 120g corn starch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- A small piece of unsalted butter (about 15g, for added fragrance and smoothness)
DIRECTIONS
STEP 1
Prepare the orange zest:
Choose an orange with smooth, spot-free skin, and use a fine grater to scrape off the outermost layer of the peel.
Note: Avoid scraping the white part to prevent bitterness.
STEP 2
Juice the oranges:
Cut the oranges in half and squeeze out the juice, ensuring you get about 240ml of fresh orange juice.
STEP 3
Mix the ingredients:
In a wide pot, add the fresh orange juice, followed by the sugar, orange zest, corn starch, and salt.
Use a whisk or a wooden spoon to stir thoroughly until all the dry ingredients are dissolved and there are no lumps.
STEP 4
Cook over low heat:
Place the pot on low heat, stirring continuously to prevent it from burning. As the mixture heats up, it will gradually thicken.
STEP 5
Add butter and seasoning:
Once the mixture becomes very thick, add a small piece of butter and a pinch of salt, and continue stirring quickly until the butter fully melts, making the mixture smoother and starting to solidify.
STEP 6
Mold and cool:
Quickly pour the cooked orange candy mixture into a prepared mold (can be a square or rectangular baking pan, lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking). Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to gently flatten the surface.
STEP 7
Cool and cut into pieces:
Let it cool naturally until fully set (if you want it faster, you can place it in the fridge for 1-2 hours).
Once fully set, remove the candy from the mold and use a sharp knife to cut it into even pieces.
STEP 8
Enjoy:
Now, your delicious homemade orange candy is ready to eat.
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How to avoid the bitterness in orange candy?
The bitterness in orange candy mainly comes from the white part of the orange peel (the pith). Here are the key tips:
1. Only scrape the outer peel: Gently scrape off the outermost layer of the orange peel and avoid scraping the white part.
2. Blanch the orange zest (optional): Blanch the scraped orange zest in boiling water for 10 seconds, then drain it. This can further remove bitterness.
3. Balance the sweet and sour: The sugar and salt in the recipe can balance the bitterness, so make sure the proportions are accurate.
Do homemade orange candies need to be refrigerated?
Yes! Refrigeration helps maintain the chewy texture and prevents softening. It’s recommended to seal them in an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 2-3 weeks.
Freezing is not recommended as it may change the texture.
Serving Suggestions
1. Afternoon tea pairing: Enjoy with a cup of hot English tea or rich coffee. The sweet and sour orange candy balances the bitterness of the drinks, creating a wonderful flavor combination.
2. Dessert decoration: Crumble orange candy and sprinkle it on cakes, puddings, ice cream, or other desserts as a decoration.
3. Breakfast topping: Add a few pieces of orange candy to your breakfast yogurt or oatmeal to add a touch of sweetness to an otherwise simple meal.
4. Pair with nuts: Mix orange candy with almonds, cashews, or other nuts. The crunchiness of the nuts and the soft, sweet orange candy complement each other, enhancing the flavor.
Recipe analyzer
- Recipes: Homemade Orange Candy: Chewy and Soft
- Main Ingredients:5
- Servings per recipe:1
- Servings size:577 g
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Energy (calories)：1408 kcal
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Protein：13.43 g
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Fat：14.24 g
Why gray?
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Carbohydrates：316.35 g
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Protein: 3%38 kcal
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Fat: 9%124 kcal
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Carbohydrates: 88%1246 kcal
The ratio shows whether the proportion of both fatty acids in your diet is optimal. Red color means too much of Omega 6 or too little of Omega 3. The data are rounded off and approximate.
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