Apricot and Orange Blossom Jam

Apricot and Orange Blossom Jam

Sweet and Citrus Apricot and Orange Flower Jam

Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 45m
Cook Time: 25m
Total Time: 1h 10m
Servings: 4 jars
Difficulty: Easy
5.0 (6 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

80
calories
0.3g
fat
19g
carbohydrates
0.7g
protein
0mg
cholesterol
1mg
sodium
Apricot and Orange Blossom Jam

Recipe Description

Create the perfect homemade jam with this Apricot and Orange Blossom Jam recipe.

A tasteful combination of apricots and orange blossom extract bringing flavors together to produce a scrumptious sweet and citrus treat to be enjoyed with buttered toast, on a fresh English scone or even on top of any dessert recipe to bring that extra spoonful of sugar that will complete your dish.

To make Apricot and Orange Blossom Jam, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Apricot and Orange Blossom Jam

Recipe Features

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Steps to make

  1. 1

    Sugar apricots

    8h
    Step 1 - Apricot and Orange Blossom JamStep 1 - Apricot and Orange Blossom Jam

    In a large bowl, mix the apricots and the sugar to coat all over and then cover and leave to stand overnight. Place a saucer in the freezer to freeze.

  2. 2

    Begin cooking apricots

    5 min
    Step 2 - Apricot and Orange Blossom Jam

    Over a medium heat, pour the syrup apricots into a large preserving pan with lemon juice and wait for the remaining sugar bits to dissolve.

  3. 3

    Boil apricots

    15 min
    Step 3 - Apricot and Orange Blossom Jam

    Turn up the flame to a high heat and boil for 15 minutes.

  4. 4

    Set jam

    5 min
    Step 4 - Apricot and Orange Blossom Jam

    Remove the jam from the heat and place a spoonful of jam on the frozen saucer. Once jam has cooled, lightly press your finger into the jam, if it wrinkles then your jam is set. If no wrinkles form, boil again for a further 2-3 minutes and then test again. Repeat until wrinkles form.

  5. 5

    Add orange blossom and butter

    2 min
    Step 5 - Apricot and Orange Blossom Jam

    Skim the surface of the jam and stir in the orange blossom water and butter, if using. (This helps to remove any remaining residue).

  6. 6

    Serve

    15 min
    Step 6 - Apricot and Orange Blossom Jam

    Allow the jam to stand for 15 minutes before spooning portions into the jam jars. (This ensures the fruit doesn’t separate).

  7. 7

    Refrigerate

    Step 7 - Apricot and Orange Blossom Jam

    Jam jars refrigerate for up to 6 weeks.

About the author

Dasha Vakulova

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Recipe Reviews

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5.0 out of 5 (6 reviews)
Zara
December 26, 2024
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Super yummy jam! Made this for breakfast last weekend, and my husband couldn't get enough! The blend of apricots and the orange blossom is just divine. Perfect on toast and really easy to make. Planning to gift some to friends too!

Sarah Thomson
December 2, 2024
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Delicious! This jam brings back memories of summer mornings spent with my grandma. The flavors are remarkable and so easy to make.

Martha
July 28, 2023
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Absolutely delicious jam

Ursula
January 21, 2022
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This jam turned out sooo delicious! I made it with my daughter after a trip to the orchard. We love spreading it on warm scones.

Frances Miller
April 19, 2021
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I just made the Apricot and Orange Blossom Jam and it turned out fantastic. It was so simple to make. I used to watch my grandma make jams, and this brought back those sweet memories. Love spreading it on my scones

Athina
July 5, 2019
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So delicious!!

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