Orange Marmalade
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of homemade Orange Marmalade! This easy recipe combines fresh oranges and zesty lemon to create a delightful spread that brightens up your breakfast. With just four simple ingredients, you can whip up this sweet and tangy preserve in under an hour. Whether you enjoy it slathered on toast, as a glaze for grilled chicken, or swirled into yogurt, this marmalade is versatile enough to elevate any dish. Perfect for gifting or savoring at home, each jar is a burst of sunshine that makes every meal a little more special.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 servings (from about 1 cup of marmalade) 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.0 to 2.3 pounds fresh oranges (about 4 medium)
- 1 lemon (zest and juice)
- 1/3 cup water
- 4 cups granulated sugar
Instructions
- Thoroughly wash the oranges and lemon, scrubbing the peels.
- Cut off the ends of each orange, slice them in half, and then cut each half into four pieces, discarding any seeds.
- Place the chopped oranges in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped.
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine the pureed oranges with lemon zest, lemon juice, water, and sugar. Stir well.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to maintain a low boil for about 30-35 minutes until thickened.
- Test doneness using the cold plate method: it should slide off a spoon in sheets.
- Pour hot marmalade into jars; cool before sealing. Store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks or freeze for three months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 52
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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