Vol. 7, Issue 11, Part C (2025)

Pomelo (Citrus grandis), an underutilized citrus fruit, is nutritionally rich, containing significant amounts of vitamin C, dietary fiber, pectin, and essential minerals such as potassium, magnesium, and calcium. The peel, often discarded as waste, is particularly abundant in bioactive compounds, including flavonoids, phenolic acids, and antioxidants. This study focuses on the nutritional enhancement of pomelo peel through its incorporation into a fortified candy product. The formulated candy was enriched with natural sources of key nutrients, including vitamin A, iron, protein, vitamin D, calcium, and zinc. Nutritional analysis of the product revealed a well-balanced composition of macronutrients and micronutrients, indicating the potential of pomelo peel candy as a functional, nutrient-dense confectionery.