Description
Delicate, jewel-like candies with a sweet pumpkin spice flavor, perfect for celebrating the fall season and impressing friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (240g) pumpkin puree
- 1 ¾ cups (350g) granulated sugar
- ¼ cup (60ml) water
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice blend
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) fresh lemon juice
- 1 pouch (85ml) liquid pectin
Instructions
- Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
- In a heavy-bottom saucepan, combine pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, and water. Stir to mix.
- Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly with a silicone spatula, until the sugar is dissolved.
- Add pumpkin spice blend and fresh lemon juice. Stir well to incorporate.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Add liquid pectin and stir continuously.
- Continue cooking until the mixture thickens and reaches 220°F (104°C) on a digital thermometer. This usually takes 10-15 minutes.
- Pour the hot mixture into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Let it cool at room temperature for 2 hours, then refrigerate until fully set (about 4 hours).
- Once set, lift the pâte de fruit out of the pan using the parchment overhang. Slice into 1-inch squares or desired shapes.
- Roll each piece in granulated sugar to coat. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Notes
[‘Stir constantly to prevent the mixture from burning.’, ‘Use a digital thermometer to ensure the mixture reaches 220°F (104°C) for proper setting.’, ‘Don’t skip the sugar coating to prevent the candies from sticking together.’, ‘Allow enough time for the pâte de fruit to fully set.’, ‘Experiment with silicone molds for creative shapes.’]
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 11
- Carbohydrates: 12
Keywords: Pumpkin Spice, Pâte de Fruit, Fall Dessert, Candy, Homemade Treats, Autumn Recipe, Edible Gifts