Kumquat Marmalade

Brighten up your mornings with homemade kumquat marmalade—a zesty spread that’s equal parts sweet and tangy. This easy-to-make recipe highlights the unique flavor of kumquats, their tart rinds and citrusy interior perfectly balanced by granulated sugar and a splash of fresh lemon juice. The thinly sliced kumquats simmer gently in water until tender, then cook down to a luxurious, glossy consistency that’s ideal for slathering on toast, biscuits, or scones. Ready in just over an hour, this small-batch marmalade is a delightful way to preserve seasonal citrus and elevate your breakfast or brunch. Plus, the recipe includes canning instructions for long-term storage, making it a fantastic DIY gift for jam lovers.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Kumquats
• 400 grams Granulated sugar
• 500 ml Water
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the kumquats thoroughly under cold water, then pat them dry with a clean towel.

Step 2

Slice the kumquats thinly into rounds, removing and discarding any seeds as you go. Retain any juice released during slicing.

Step 3

In a large saucepan, combine the sliced kumquats, their juice, and the water. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and simmer the kumquats for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rinds are tender.

Step 5

Add the granulated sugar and lemon juice to the saucepan. Stir until the sugar completely dissolves.

Step 6

Increase the heat to medium and cook the mixture, stirring occasionally, for 40 minutes or until it thickens to a marmalade-like consistency. To test, place a small amount of the marmalade on a chilled plate. If it sets and wrinkles when pushed, it is ready.

Step 7

Once cooked, remove the saucepan from the heat and let the marmalade cool for 5-10 minutes.

Step 8

Carefully transfer the marmalade into sterilized jars, leaving about 1 cm of headspace at the top. Seal tightly.

Step 9

Allow the marmalade to cool completely before storing it in the refrigerator. For longer storage, process the jars in a water bath canner according to proper canning guidelines.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1437.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1885.4

Total Fat 4.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 65.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 481.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.7g	0%
Total Sugars 447.6g
Protein 9.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 342.2mg	0%
Iron 4.3mg	0%
Potassium 960.9mg	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: 1.9%

Protein: 1.9%

Carbs: 96.2%