Orange Lemon Grapefruit Marmalade Recipe

Sunshine in a jar! This vibrant marmalade recipe uses a delightful blend of oranges, lemons, and grapefruits for a zesty and unforgettable taste. Made with free, organic fruit (or easily sourced oranges!), this recipe is perfect for beginner preservers. Enjoy the bright citrus flavor in your morning toast or as a unique addition to your baking.

Prep Time 60 mins
Cook Time 120 mins
Calories 1038.8 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 4.0 (3 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Orange Lemon Grapefruit Marmalade

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How to Make Orange Lemon Grapefruit Marmalade

  1. Juice the oranges, lemons, and grapefruits. Reserve the juice and set aside.
  2. Thinly slice the peels of all fruits. Aim for slices about 1/8 inch thick.
  3. Quickly rinse the sliced peels under cold running water to remove any bitterness.
  4. Combine the sliced peels, reserved juice, and 4 cups of water in a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan.
  5. Let the mixture sit at room temperature for 3 hours to allow the peels to soften.
  6. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 30 minutes, partially covered, stirring occasionally.
  7. Add 4 cups of sugar. Increase the heat to medium-high and cook, stirring frequently, until the setting point is reached (the mixture wrinkles when a small amount is dropped onto a cold plate). This should take about 20-30 minutes. Use a thermometer for accuracy; aim for 220°F (104°C).
  8. Carefully pour the hot marmalade into sterilized jars, leaving about 1/4 inch of headspace. Seal the jars tightly.
  9. Process the filled jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes to ensure proper sealing and preservation (optional but recommended).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

1023g

Fat

0g

Carbs

89g