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Orange Jam with Warm

Warm Orange Jam: Sweet Spice for Your Winter Glow

This Warm Orange Jam with spices is a delightful spread that embraces winter flavors, perfect for breakfast or gifts.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Canning Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 jars
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Jam
  • 4 oranges Oranges Use sweet, zesty fruit as the base.
  • 2 cups Sugar Adjust based on the sweetness of your oranges.
  • 2 sticks Cinnamon Sticks Substitute with ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon if needed.
  • 1 piece Star Anise Optional for added depth.
  • 3 cloves Cloves Use sparingly for subtle spice.
For Canning
  • 4 jars Jars Use sterilized jars.
  • 4 lids Lids Use new, clean lids.

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Saucepan
  • sterilized jars
  • Lids
  • Water Bath Canner

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Step 1: Prepare Oranges - Wash and peel the oranges, remove the white pith, and chop into smaller chunks.
  2. Step 2: Puree - Blend the orange chunks into a smooth puree, incorporating the membranes.
  3. Step 3: Cook - Combine puree, sugar, and spices in a saucepan. Heat and simmer for 20-30 minutes.
  4. Step 4: Test Consistency - Use a cold plate to test the jam consistency. Cook longer if needed.
  5. Step 5: Canning - Ladle into jars, seal, and process in a water bath for 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1jarCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 38gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 36gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Choose sweet oranges like navel or clementines. Adjust sugar based on sweetness. Monitor the cooking time to avoid bitterness.

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