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Marmalade in a glass jelly jar with a white ceramic spoon.
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Orange Marmalade

Make this easy homemade orange marmalade- you only need 4 simple ingredients, no pectin required! So sunny-sweet and cheerful!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time2 hours
Soaking Time:8 hours
Total Time10 hours 20 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Topping
Cuisine: American
Keyword: how to make marmalade, how to make orange marmalade, marmalade, orange marmalade, what is marmalade
Servings: 48
Calories: 52kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 oranges, medium (I used navel oranges)
  • 4 cups water
  • 3 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

  • Cut the oranges into thin slices, then cut the slices into quarters.
  • Place the oranges in a large pot and add the water.
  • Soak the oranges in water overnight.
  • Place the pot over high heat and boil the mixture for 30 minutes.
  • Turn the heat to low, add the sugar, and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Increase the heat to medium high and boil the marmalade until thickened (220 degrees F).*
  • Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the lemon juice.
  • Carefully spoon the marmalade into sterilized jars (allowing about 1/2-inch of head-space), wipe the rims with a clean cloth, add the lids, and submerge in boiling water for 10 to 20 minutes.**

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Notes

Makes approx. (3) 8-ounce jars of marmalade.
*To test the marmalade for doneness, place a small amount on a plate and freeze for 1 minute.  If the edge wrinkles when pushed, it has reached the gel point and you can remove it from the heat. 
**You'll know your jars are safely processed when the "button" on the lid suctions down and stays that way.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoon | Calories: 52kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 15mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 18IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 1mg