Description
Indulge in the delightful freshness of homemade Mandarin Jam, a citrusy spread that elevates your breakfast and dessert game. This easy recipe transforms succulent mandarins into a sweet and tangy jam that pairs perfectly with toast, pancakes, yogurt, or even as a filling for pastries. With its vibrant flavor and natural ingredients, this mandarin jam is not only a treat for your taste buds but also a healthier alternative to store-bought options packed with preservatives. Whether you’re hosting a brunch or simply craving a homemade delight, this versatile jam is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/2 cups fresh mandarins (peeled and chopped)
- 1/2 lemon (peeled and chopped)
- 2 cups water
- 500 grams jam setting sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the mandarins by peeling and roughly chopping them, removing any seeds.
- In a large saucepan, combine the chopped mandarins and lemon with water. Bring to a boil and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.
- Stir in the jam setting sugar and continue boiling until the mixture thickens (15-25 minutes).
- Pour hot jam into sterilized jars, seal tightly, and let cool before refrigerating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 42
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg