Making bitterness-free orange marmalade is simpler than it seems, it just requires a bit of patience. Thanks to soaking the orange slices, the bitterness is almost completely eliminated, leaving a marmalade that is fragrant, fresh, and delightful. It’s a perfect recipe when oranges are in season, juicy, and full of aroma, ideal for breakfast, for filling desserts, or as a homemade gift.
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Rest time: 1 Day
- Preparation time: 30 Minutes
- Portions: 3 Pieces
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Winter
Ingredients
- 2.2 lbs oranges
- 2 1/2 cups sugar
- 2 cups water
- 1 lemon (Juice)
- vanilla
Tools
Mandolin
Large bowl
Pot
Immersion blender
Sterilized jars
Steps
For the preparation of orange marmalade with peels, watch the video HERE.
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Wash the oranges very well, then slice them very thinly, preferably with a mandolin. Put the slices in a bowl, cover them with water
cover with water and refrigerate for 12 hours. After the time has passed, change the water and repeat the process 2-3 times. This step is essential to remove the bitterness from the oranges. At this point, drain the oranges well and transfer them to a large pot.
Add: sugar, lemon juice, and water. Bring to the heat and cook for about 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally. Blend with an immersion blender until the desired consistency is reached.
Add the vanilla flavor and continue cooking for a few more minutes. Pour the still hot marmalade into sterilized jars, seal well and turn upside down to create a vacuum seal. Allow to cool completely.
🍯 Final result
And here is a bitterness-free orange marmalade, fragrant, delicate, and with a balanced taste. Perfect on bread, toast, in yogurt, or to fill homemade tarts and desserts.
Storage:
In the pantry, it keeps for several months if the vacuum seal is successful
Once opened, store in the refrigerator and consume within 7-10 days
FAQ
Why is soaking necessary?
It helps eliminate the natural bitterness of oranges, making the marmalade more delicate.
Can I reduce the sugar?
Yes, but the marmalade will have a shorter shelf life.
Is it better to blend it or leave it in pieces?
It depends on your taste: both versions are great.
⭐ Why make it
Perfect when oranges are in season
Without bitterness
Natural and without preservatives
Easy and fragrant
Also great as a homemade gift
