Cranberry Marmalade

Brighten your breakfast spread with this tangy, aromatic Cranberry Marmalade—a perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors. Made with fresh cranberries, zesty oranges, and a squeeze of lemon, this vibrant recipe transforms simple ingredients into a luscious, jam-like spread that’s bursting with citrusy goodness. The cranberries provide a gorgeous ruby hue, while the orange and lemon zest infuse every bite with a refreshing, fruity aroma. Simmered to a perfect consistency and gently sweetened with granulated sugar, this marmalade is ideal for spreading on toast, pairing with scones, or gifting during the holidays. With just 15 minutes of prep time, it’s a delightful and easy way to make your mornings—and your taste buds—sing!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 12 ounces fresh cranberries
• 2 large oranges
• 1 large lemon
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the cranberries under cold water and set aside.

Step 2

Wash the oranges and lemon thoroughly. Use a vegetable peeler or sharp knife to carefully remove the zest from both the oranges and the lemon in thin strips, avoiding the white pith. Set the zest aside.

Step 3

Cut the peeled oranges and lemon in half, remove any seeds, and then chop the fruit into small pieces. Set aside along with any juice.

Step 4

In a large saucepan, combine the cranberries, citrus zest, chopped citrus fruit, and their juices.

Step 5

Add 1 cup of water to the saucepan and stir to combine.

Step 6

Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries begin to burst and the mixture starts to soften, about 10-15 minutes.

Step 7

Gradually add the granulated sugar to the saucepan, stirring until it dissolves completely.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer. Stir frequently to prevent sticking or burning, until the mixture thickens and reaches a jam-like consistency, about 25-30 minutes.

Step 9

To test for doneness, spoon a small amount of the marmalade onto a chilled plate and let it cool for 1-2 minutes. If it forms a gel-like consistency and doesn't run when you tilt the plate, it's ready.

Step 10

Once cooked, remove the saucepan from the heat and let the marmalade cool slightly.

Step 11

Carefully transfer the marmalade to sterilized glass jars while still warm, leaving about 1/4-inch of headspace at the top. Seal the jars with lids.

Step 12

Let the jars cool to room temperature, then store in the refrigerator or process in a water bath canner for long-term storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1418.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1880.9

Total Fat 1.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 19.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 494.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.3g	0%
Total Sugars 447.7g
Protein 5.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 218.1mg	0%
Iron 1.7mg	0%
Potassium 979.6mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 0.5%

Protein: 1.1%

Carbs: 98.4%