Tangy Citrus Burst Candy
Indulge in the delightful tang of citrus bursting inside these mouth-watering fruity candies. Made with fresh lemon and orange juice, this sweet treat is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth cravings with a zesty twist.
ingredients
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons orange zest
- 1/4 cup corn syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon citric acid
- 1/4 teaspoon orange extract
- 1/4 teaspoon lemon extract
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
steps
- 1.
In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, lemon juice, and orange juice over medium heat. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- 2.
Add lemon zest, orange zest, corn syrup, citric acid, orange extract, and lemon extract to the saucepan. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture reaches 300°F (hard crack stage) on a candy thermometer.
- 3.
Remove from heat and quickly pour the mixture onto a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Let it cool for 10 - 15 minutes or until set.
- 4.
Once cooled, break the candy into small bite-sized pieces. Dust with powdered sugar to prevent sticking.
- 5.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
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