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Orange Marmalade

Irresistibly Sweet Orange Marmalade for Breakfast Bliss

This Easy Homemade Orange Marmalade brings together bright citrus flavors, creating a sweet treat perfect for breakfast.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Soaking Time 8 hours
Total Time 9 hours
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Fruit Mixture
  • 4 cups Sliced Oranges Use large, ripe oranges.
  • 1 medium Lemon Fresh lemon balances sweetness.
Cooking Ingredients
  • 4 cups Water
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Sweetening and Thickening
  • 4 cups Granulated Sugar Essential for sweetness.
  • 1.75 ounces Fruit Pectin 1 pouch for thickening.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Sterilized jars

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash the ripe oranges under cool water, cut them in half, and slice into half-moons, discarding seeds.
  2. Wash the lemon thoroughly, cut in half, slice into half-moons, and discard seeds.
  3. In a large pot, mix sliced oranges and lemon with water. Cover and let soak for 6 to 8 hours or overnight.
  4. After soaking, bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat and simmer gently for 30 minutes.
  5. Stir in sugar and fruit pectin, add a pinch of salt, and maintain a rolling boil while stirring continuously.
  6. Continuously boil for 10 to 15 minutes, testing for doneness with the cold plate method.
  7. Pour hot marmalade into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch of headspace, seal while hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 13gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 12gVitamin C: 5mg

Notes

Choose ripe fruits for best results. Soaking time matters to enhance flavor. Use the cold plate method to check for gel set.

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