ORANGE GUMDROPS
I get nothing but rave reviews when I make these gumdrops and usually have to prepare three batches. The refreshing orange flavor is a nice change from the usual chocolate holiday candies. -Becky Burch, Marceline, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 20m
Yield about 6 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Line the bottom and sides of a 9x5-in. loaf pan with foil. Grease the foil with 1 teaspoon butter; set aside. , Grease the bottom and sides of a large heavy saucepan with the remaining butter; add sugar and corn syrup. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil, about 9 minutes. Cook over medium-high heat until a candy thermometer reads 280° (soft-crack stage), stirring occasionally., Meanwhile, in another large saucepan, combine the water, pectin and baking soda (mixture will foam slightly). Cook and stir over high heat until mixture boils, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; set aside., When corn syrup mixture reaches 280° (soft-crack stage), remove from the heat. Return pectin mixture to medium-high heat; cook until mixture begins to simmer. Carefully and slowly ladle corn syrup mixture in a very thin stream into pectin mixture, stirring constantly. Cook and stir 1 minute longer., Remove from the heat; stir in the extract, zest and food coloring. Transfer to prepared pan. Let stand until firm, about 2 hours. Cut into squares. If desired, roll in additional sugar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 30 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 16mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
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Shibli Ahmed
[email protected]I had some trouble getting the gumdrops to set properly, but I think that was my fault.
Shahbaz Khan
[email protected]These gumdrops are a little too sweet for my taste, but they're still good.
Twala Portia
[email protected]I've been making these gumdrops for years and they're always a hit. They're the perfect treat for any occasion.
Laith
[email protected]These gumdrops are so easy to make and they're always a hit with my family and friends.
Yesly Velasquez
[email protected]I made these gumdrops for a bake sale and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them.
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[email protected]These gumdrops are delicious! I love the orange flavor and the texture is perfect.
Emmanuel Kast
[email protected]I had some trouble getting the gumdrops to set properly, but I think that was my fault. Overall, they're a good recipe.
Alema Alema
[email protected]These gumdrops are a little too sweet for my taste, but they're still good.
Md Rtyuiop
[email protected]I've never made gumdrops before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. I'm so glad I tried it because these gumdrops are delicious.
Ann Bennett
[email protected]These gumdrops are so cute and festive. I made them for my kids' birthday party and they were a huge success.
Indongo Silvanus
[email protected]I love the orange flavor of these gumdrops. They're perfect for a summer party or a picnic.
Tormson Siziba
[email protected]These orange gumdrops were a hit at my party! They were so easy to make and they tasted delicious. I will definitely be making them again.