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Orange Marmalade

Easy Orange Marmalade

This easy Orange Marmalade recipe is a delightful way to brighten up your breakfast or add a zesty twist to savory dishes. With just four simple ingredients—fresh oranges, lemon, sugar, and water—you can create your own vibrant marmalade without any special equipment. This versatile condiment is perfect for spreading on toast, glazing meats, or adding to desserts. Experience the bright citrus flavors that homemade orange marmalade brings to your kitchen and elevate every meal with its sweet and tangy goodness.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 32 servings (32 tablespoons) 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2.0 to 2.3 pounds of fresh oranges (about 4 medium)
  • 1 lemon (zest and juice of)
  • 1/3 cup of water
  • 4 cups of granulated sugar

Instructions

  1. Wash the oranges and lemon thoroughly, scrubbing the peels.
  2. Cut off the ends of the oranges. Halve each orange and cut into eight pieces, discarding any seeds.
  3. Place chopped orange pieces in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped.
  4. In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine pureed oranges, lemon zest, lemon juice, water, and sugar. Stir well.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then lower to a simmer for 30-35 minutes until thickened.
  6. Pour into sterilized jars or containers and let cool before storing in the refrigerator or freezer.
  • Author: Natalia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Condiment
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
  • Calories: 50
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 1mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 13g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Use fresh fruit for optimal flavor. Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of sugar. Experiment with spices like ginger or cinnamon for added depth.