Homemade Orange Jelly Candy Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 cup fresh orange juice

• 1/2 cup granulated sugar

• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

• 3 tablespoons unflavored gelatin

• 1/4 cup cold water

• 1 teaspoon orange zest (optional)

• Extra sugar for coating (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the gelatin: Pour cold water into a small bowl. Sprinkle the gelatin over it and let it bloom for 5–10 minutes.

2. Heat the juice: Add orange juice, sugar, lemon juice, and orange zest to a saucepan. Stir over medium-low heat until the sugar dissolves.

3. Add gelatin: Reduce the heat to low and stir in the bloomed gelatin until completely dissolved. Do not let the mixture boil.

4. Pour into a dish: Lightly grease a small glass dish or line it with parchment paper. Pour in the orange mixture.

5. Chill: Let it cool, then refrigerate for 3–4 hours or until firm.

6. Cut into cubes: Remove the set jelly and cut it into small squares using a sharp knife.

7. Coat and serve: Roll the cubes in granulated sugar if desired. Allow them to dry briefly before serving.

Quick tips

• For a stronger orange flavor, use freshly squeezed juice and a little orange zest.

• For firmer candies, add an extra teaspoon of gelatin.

• Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5–7 days.

Nutrition information (approximate)

Per piece, assuming 25 pieces:

• Calories: 20–25 kcal

• Carbohydrates: 4–6 g

• Sugar: 4–5 g

• Protein: 0.5–1 g

• Fat: 0 g

• Fiber: 0 g

Nut information: This recipe contains no nuts as listed. Check the labels of all packaged ingredients for possible cross-contamination if you have a nut allergy.