Lemon candies

Lemon candies are sweets made from crystallized sugar, flavored with natural lemon juice and/or essence, which gives them a citrusy, refreshing, and slightly acidic taste. These candies are characterized by their hard and translucent texture and are often used to freshen breath, in addition to being an occasional ingredient in various recipes and desserts to provide a sweet and sour flavor note.

Origin: Lemon candies have their roots in the European tradition of hard flavored candies, adopting lemon due to its popularity as a citrus fruit with refreshing and disinfectant properties. Over time, their production became popular in different Spanish-speaking countries, becoming a traditional sweet in several regions.

Properties: Although they are primarily a source of sugar, lemon candies stand out for their ability to relieve the sensation of dry mouth and help freshen breath. The lemon used in their preparation provides a slight acidic touch that can help stimulate salivation and aid digestion. In recipes, they can be grated or dissolved to add a sweet and citrusy note, ideal for desserts, glazes, and beverages.

Synonyms in Spanish from Latin America: In different countries, they are also known as pastillas de limón, caramelos ácidos de limón, duros de limón, or simply dulces de limón. The term may vary by region, but in the culinary context, they always maintain the reference to the citrus flavor of lemon.