Sugar-free apple-orange jam: ready in just 10 minutes

Sugar-free apple-orange jam: ready in just 10 minutes

 

 

 

 

If you are looking for a light, naturally sweet jam with no added sugar, this apple-orange jam recipe is perfect for you. In just 10 minutes, you get a healthy, aromatic jam—ideal for breakfast or for topping cakes and desserts—all without refined sugar.

 

 

 

Ingredients

 

2 apples (preferably sweet varieties, such as Fuji or Golden Delicious)

1 organic orange (flesh and zest)

50 ml apple juice (or water)

 

 

 

1 teaspoon lemon juice

Ground cinnamon (optional)

 

Preparation

 

Preparing the fruit: Peel and core the apples, then cut them into small pieces. Wash the orange, remove the zest (only the colored part), and discard the white pith, seeds, and fibrous parts.

 

Cooking: Place the apples, orange flesh, zest, apple juice (or

water), and lemon juice in a non-stick saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

 

 

 

 

The fruit should soften slightly and caramelize. Blending: Once cooked, you can blend the jam for a smoother texture or leave it chunky, depending on your preference. For a more pronounced flavor,

 

 

 

add a pinch of cinnamon.

Storage: Pour the hot jam into a sterilized jar, turn it upside down, and let it cool.

 

It keeps in the refrigerator for about a week.

 

Tips for perfect results

 

Natural sweetness: The combination of apple and orange provides enough sweetness without the need for any added sugar.

 

 

 

 

Adjusting the texture: For a thicker jam, extend the cooking time by a few minutes until the desired consistency is reached.

Variations:

 

 

 

Try adding other spices, such as ginger, or incorporate dried

fruit for a richer, more aromatic jam.