Peach Gelee Candy

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This candied peach recipe is an old-fashioned, handcrafted candy that takes a little time and finesse to pull off. The treat is simple and sweet but looks and tastes like something you're only supposed to enjoy a few times a year.

Submitted by John Mitzewich
Updated on June 19, 2024
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Additional Time:
8 hrs
Total Time:
8 hrs 40 mins
Servings:
25
Yield:
25 candies
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Ingredients

  • 1 pound ripe peaches — peeled, pitted, and sliced

  • 1 tablespoon lime juice

  • 2 cups white sugar, divided

  • 3 tablespoons liquid pectin

  • ½ cup white sugar, for sprinkling

Directions

  1. Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with plastic wrap.

  2. Combine peaches and lime juice in a blender. Purée until very smooth.

  3. Pour into a saucepan over medium heat, stir in 1/2 cup sugar, and bring to a boil. Cook, continuously stirring, until thickened, about 15 minutes.

  4. Stir in remaining 1 1/2 cups sugar and pectin. Using a thermometer, heat to 205 degrees F (96 degrees C). Cook, stirring continuously, for another 10 minutes. Remove from heat.

  5. Pour peach purée into the prepared baking dish. Shake gently and tap on the countertop to remove any air bubbles. Cover and refrigerate at least 8 hours or overnight.

  6. Sprinkle about half the 1/2 cup of sugar over a silicone baking mat and invert the peach gelee on top. Remove plastic wrap and sprinkle top with sugar. Trim off any uneven edges and cut gelee into 25 squares.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

81 Calories
21g Carbs
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 25
Calories 81
% Daily Value *
Sodium 1mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 21g 8%
Dietary Fiber 0g 0%
Total Sugars 21g
Vitamin C 6mg 7%
Calcium 2mg 0%
Potassium 10mg 0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.