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Orange Jam with Spices Recipe

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A delightful homemade orange jam that captures the vibrant and sweet flavors of fresh oranges, gently simmered with sugar and optional warm spices to create a thick, luscious spread perfect for toast, pastries, or as a tangy addition to desserts.

Ingredients

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Jam Base

  • 3 lbs oranges, peeled, roughly 5 cups puree
  • 1 cup sugar

Optional Spices

  • 1–2 cinnamon sticks
  • 1–2 star anise
  • 1–2 cloves

Instructions

  1. Peel Oranges: Peel the oranges carefully, removing as much of the white pith as possible to avoid bitterness in the jam.
  2. Puree Oranges: Use an immersion blender or a regular blender to puree the peeled oranges into a smooth consistency suitable for jam-making.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Pour the orange puree into a saucepan and add sugar along with the optional cinnamon sticks, star anise, and cloves for added warmth and flavor.
  4. Simmer Jam: Heat the mixture over moderate heat, allowing it to gently simmer and thicken. This process typically takes between 20 to 30 minutes. Periodically test the jam’s consistency by placing a spoonful on a chilled plate kept in the freezer.
  5. Jar and Store: Once thickened to your liking, pour the hot jam into prepared canning jars. Store the jars in the refrigerator for immediate use or process in a water bath canner for 10 minutes to preserve the jam for longer storage.

Notes

  • Removing the white pith from oranges reduces bitterness in the jam.
  • Testing jam consistency on a cold plate prevents overcooking.
  • Water bath canning ensures safe preservation for shelf storage.
  • Optional spices can be adjusted or omitted according to taste preference.
  • Use sterilized jars and lids to maintain jam quality and safety.

Keywords: orange jam, homemade jam, citrus preserve, orange spread, fruit jam, stovetop jam, easy jam recipe

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