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Homemade Pâtes de Fruits Recipe
Zahra

Homemade Pâtes de Fruits

Elegant French fruit jellies made with fresh fruit juice, pectin, and sugar. These chewy confections are coated in sugar for a classic finish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 day 35 minutes
Servings: 25 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 45

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups fresh fruit juice orange, pomegranate, raspberry, or other
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 tbsp classic pectin powder high-methoxyl type
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • ½ cup granulated sugar for coating

Equipment

  • Heavy-bottomed 4-quart saucepan
  • Candy thermometer
  • 8x8 inch baking pan
  • Parchment paper
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang on two sides, and set aside.
  2. Pour fruit juice into heavy-bottomed saucepan and warm over medium heat until it begins to simmer.
  3. Whisk pectin and 1 cup sugar together in a bowl, then slowly stream into the simmering juice while whisking constantly to prevent lumps.
  4. Increase heat to medium-high and bring to a rolling boil. Clip candy thermometer to side of pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until mixture reaches 223°F, about 15-20 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat immediately when temperature is reached. Stir in lemon juice quickly, then pour into prepared pan.
  6. Let sit uncovered at room temperature for 24-36 hours to cure and allow surface moisture to evaporate.
  7. Spray a sharp knife with cooking spray and cut set mixture into 1.5-inch squares.
  8. Roll each piece in remaining ½ cup sugar until completely coated on all sides.

Notes

  • Must use classic high-methoxyl pectin, not low-sugar type.
  • Candy thermometer accuracy is critical, test in boiling water first.
  • Curing time cannot be shortened without causing sticky surfaces.
  • Store in airtight container at room temperature up to 2 weeks.