Description
Craft these delightfully chewy and tangy peach rings with real fruit flavor right in your kitchen. This easy recipe promises a burst of sunshine in every bite.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (approx. 2 medium) fresh or frozen ripe peaches, peeled, pitted, and chopped
- 1/2 cup cold water, divided
- 4 tablespoons unflavored gelatin powder (4 envelopes)
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons citric acid, divided (+ more for coating)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
- 1/2 teaspoon citric acid (for coating, optional)
Instructions
- Puree Peaches: Blend chopped peaches with 1/4 cup of the cold water until very smooth.
- Bloom Gelatin: In a large saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over the remaining 1/4 cup cold water. Let it bloom for 5-10 minutes.
- Cook Candy Base: Add peach puree, 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon of citric acid to the saucepan. Heat over medium-low, stirring constantly, until sugar and gelatin are fully dissolved (about 5-7 minutes). Do not boil vigorously. Remove from heat.
- Mold Rings: Lightly grease silicone peach ring molds. Carefully pour the warm candy mixture into molds. Tap molds to release air bubbles.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 2-4 hours, or until completely firm.
- Coat: Once set, demold the peach rings. In a shallow dish, combine 1/4 cup granulated sugar and 1/2 teaspoon citric acid (or more for extra sourness). Toss peach rings in the mixture until evenly coated.
- Store: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2-3 weeks.
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins