Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (approximately 4-6 lemons)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup corn syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for coating)
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients on a clean countertop and extract one cup of fresh lemon juice from the lemons.
- In a saucepan, combine granulated sugar, corn syrup, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Heat until the sugar dissolves and the mixture reaches about 250°F (121°C).
- Pour the mixture onto a prepared baking sheet lined with parchment paper, and let it cool and set at room temperature.
- Once cooled, cut the candy into bite-sized pieces and dust with powdered sugar to prevent sticking.
Notes
- Store lemon drops in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
- For best flavor, always use fresh lemon juice rather than bottled.
- These candies can be packaged uniquely for gifts or party favors.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Candy
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 60 Kcal
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
