Description
Orange jam sparkles with Mediterranean warmth, blending Sicilian citrus and aromatic spices. Homemade comfort swirls in each spoonful, inviting you to savor a delightful taste of sunshine.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 pounds (1.36 kilograms) oranges, peeled
- 1 cup (200 grams) sugar
Spices:
- 1–2 cinnamon sticks
- 1–2 star anise
- 1–2 cloves
Instructions
- Meticulously strip the vibrant orange peels, carefully eliminating the bitter white membrane to ensure a pure, smooth flavor profile.
- Transform the peeled citrus into a silky, uniform puree using an immersion or standard blender, creating a velvety base for the jam.
- Transfer the orange puree into a robust saucepan, introducing granulated sweetener and a medley of warm aromatic spices to enhance the jam’s complexity.
- Gently simmer the mixture over moderate heat, periodically stirring to prevent scorching and promote even caramelization, allowing the ingredients to meld harmoniously.
- Evaluate the jam’s readiness through the classic cold plate technique: deposit a small dollop onto a pre-chilled surface and observe its structural integrity. When the jam maintains its shape without immediate spreading, it has reached the perfect consistency.
- Carefully decant the molten orange jam into sanitized glass vessels, leaving appropriate headspace for potential preservation methods.
- Choose your storage approach: refrigerate for immediate consumption or execute a precise water bath canning process to extend the jam’s shelf life and ensure safe storage.
Notes
- Peel oranges carefully to avoid the bitter white pith, which can make your jam taste less sweet and more harsh.
- Blending oranges creates a smoother texture, helping the jam spread easily on toast or pastries.
- Use a chilled plate test to check jam’s readiness by dropping a small amount and seeing if it holds its shape without running.
- Sterilize jars thoroughly to prevent bacterial growth and extend the jam’s shelf life in the refrigerator.
- Optional warm spices like cinnamon or cardamom can transform this simple orange jam into a gourmet, aromatic spread with complex flavor profiles.
- Processing jars in a water bath canner allows long-term storage at room temperature, making this jam a perfect homemade gift or pantry staple.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 54 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg