Winter Spiced Orange Jam
A delightful blend of vibrant oranges and aromatic spices, perfect for spreading on toast or drizzling over yogurt during the winter months.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 6-8 medium-sized Fresh Oranges Yields the best flavor and zest.
- 4 cups Granulated Sugar Required for sweetness and proper gelling.
- 1 cup Water To help extract the juice.
- 2 sticks Cinnamon For signature wintery flavor.
- 2 whole Star Anise
- 5 whole Cloves
- 1 cup Lemon Juice Enhances flavor and helps set the jam.
- 1-2 teaspoons Grated Ginger Optional add-in for extra zing.
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash the oranges thoroughly to remove wax.
- Peel the oranges, removing the white pith, and cut them into quarters, removing seeds if present.
Juicing
- Zest two of the oranges into a bowl.
- Juice all the oranges into a measuring cup.
Cooking
- In a large saucepan, combine orange juice, zest, sugar, and water. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
- Add in cinnamon sticks, star anise, and cloves.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to low and let simmer.
- Simmer for about 30-45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
- Stir in the lemon juice and simmer for another 5-10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and pour the jam into sterilized jars while hot, sealing tightly.
- Let the jars cool to room temperature before storing in the refrigerator.
Notes
For perfecting your jam, use fresh spices, and consider adding chili flakes or vanilla for variety.