Cherry Marmalade
Elevate your breakfast or dessert game with this vibrant and citrusy Cherry Marmalade! Bursting with the natural sweetness of fresh pitted cherries and enhanced by the zesty brightness of orange and lemon, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between fruity and tangy. Made with just a handful of simple ingredients, including granulated sugar and a splash of water, this homemade marmalade comes together in under an hour. Its rich, jam-like consistency is ideal for spreading on toast, pairing with cheese boards, or even layering into your favorite desserts. Plus, it’s refrigerator-friendly for up to 3 weeks or can be preserved for long-term enjoyment. Transform your pantry with this irresistible cherry spread that captures summer in every spoonful! Keywords: Cherry Marmalade, homemade, preserves, citrusy, fruit spread.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh cherries (pitted)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 orange (zested and juiced)
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- 0.5 cup water
Instructions
Wash, pit, and roughly chop the cherries. Set aside.
In a large saucepan, combine the chopped cherries, granulated sugar, orange zest, orange juice, lemon zest, lemon juice, and water.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 35–45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens and reaches a marmalade consistency. (Tip: To check if it's ready, drop a small amount onto a chilled plate. If it sets and wrinkles when pushed, it's done.)
Remove from heat and let cool for 10–15 minutes.
Transfer the cherry marmalade to sterilized jars while still warm. Seal tightly.
Let the jars cool to room temperature before storing in the refrigerator. The marmalade will keep for up to 3 weeks in the fridge or can be processed in a water bath for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2006 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 1.7 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 6 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 523.2 g | 190% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.1 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 495.6 g | ||
| Protein | 8.8 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 157 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 1738 mg | 37% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
