Peach Gelee Candy

This is an old fashioned, handcrafted candy that takes a little time and finesse to pull off. It's simple and sweet, but looks and tastes like something you're only suppose to enjoy a few times a year.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 81 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups white sugar, divided
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 pound ripe peaches - peeled, pitted and sliced
• 3 tablespoons liquid pectin
• ½ cup white sugar, for sprinkling

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

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

Step 4

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

Step 5

Pour peach puree 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.

Step 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.