Old-Fashioned Orange Slice Candy With Pecans
There is something deeply comforting about candy recipes passed down through generations. They carry us back to a simpler time, when treats were…
Ingredients and Instructions
The beauty of this recipe is how little it asks of you. Everything can be found at almost any grocery store.
Ingredients:
- Orange slice candies
- Powdered sugar
- Pecans, chopped or ground
Instructions:
- Soften the candy: place the orange slice candies in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave until soft, about 20 seconds, adjusting slightly for your microwave’s power.
- Flatten and coat: immediately set the softened candy between sheets of parchment or waxed paper and roll it out flat with a rolling pin. Dip each piece in powdered sugar, then press it into the chopped or ground pecans.
- Cool and serve: let the candy cool completely at room temperature, about 30 minutes, until firm, then enjoy this chewy, nutty treat.