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Orange Jam with Warm Spices

Delicious Orange Jam with Warm Spices for Cozy Mornings

Delight in this Orange Jam with Warm Spices, perfect for cozy breakfasts and easy to prepare without pectin.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Canning Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 5 cups
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Jam
  • 2.5 pounds Oranges Approximately 5 cups of puree
  • 1 cup Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 3 cups Granulated Sugar Maintain a 3:4 sugar-to-fruit ratio
For the Spices
  • 1 stick Cinnamon Stick Optional, tie in a spice bag
  • 5 whole Whole Cloves Best in a spice bag
  • 2 pods Star Anise Optional

Equipment

  • Immersion Blender
  • Heavy-bottomed pot
  • Half-Pint Jars
  • Instant-Read Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Oranges by peeling approximately 2 ½ pounds, ensuring to remove the zest and pith.
  2. Puree the peeled oranges until smooth, aiming for a total of 4 cups of puree.
  3. Combine the orange puree with lemon juice and granulated sugar in a heavy-bottomed pot.
  4. Cook the mixture over medium-high heat until it reaches 220°F, stirring frequently.
  5. Jar the jam into clean, hot half-pint jars, leaving a 1/4 inch headspace.
  6. Process the jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes, if storing long-term.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 13gPotassium: 30mgSugar: 12gVitamin C: 5mg

Notes

Store sealed jars in a cool, dark place for up to 12-18 months. Once opened, keep in the fridge and consume within 3-4 weeks.

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