Homemade cherry marmalade – a recipe with step-by-step photos

During the hot summer months, you don't always feel like indulging in heavy desserts. In this case, light fruit treats come to the rescue, one of which is marmalade. This dessert is incredibly popular worldwide, and it's no surprise, as it has a bright, rich flavor and is incredibly easy to prepare.

Nutritional value per serving

320 kcal

Proteins: 0 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 320 g

*Nutritional value is calculated per 100g of ingredients

Total time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Complexity:

It's easy and straightforward to prepare, but it does require some experience. Not everyone can do it right the first time.
Number of servings: 50

Today we'll look at recipes for making cherry marmalade. It's this berry that gives it a slight tartness, which is why it's so popular. cherry juice It's often used to make this dessert. This selection includes recipes with both pectin and agar-agar, so you can choose the most suitable option for you.

Recipe with step-by-step photos

Cherry marmalade

Ingredients

Servings

Pitted cherries

600 G
Apple pectin

30 G
Sugar

350 G
Citric acid

8 G
Water

10 G

Preparation

Step 1

We prepare all our ingredients and defrost the cherries.

Step 2

Once the cherries have defrosted, place them in a blender and puree.

Step 3

Let's prepare the mold for our marmalade. Place the chosen mold on a hard, flat surface and make a bottom out of cling film, fitting it around the edges.

Step 4

Combine the pectin and 50 g of sugar. At this point, mix everything thoroughly with a fork.

Step 5

Add water to the citric acid and mix thoroughly until the crystals are completely dissolved.

Step 6

Pour the cherry puree into the pan. It should be a bright, rich color.

Step 7

Add sugar to the cherry puree. Mix thoroughly until smooth.

Step 8

Place the puree in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly with a whisk until the sugar is completely dissolved.

Step 9

Add pectin and sugar to the puree. Mix thoroughly to avoid lumps. Reduce heat and simmer for another 10 minutes, stirring constantly.

Step 10

Remove the marmalade from the heat and add our lemon juice to it.

The presence of lemon juice helps stabilize the pectin and preserve the bright, beautiful color of the marmalade.

Step 11

Pour the marmalade into the mold. It cools quickly, so pour it quickly. Let it cool at room temperature for 24 hours, uncovered.

Step 12

After this time, run a knife along the sides of the mold and carefully remove the marmalade. Next, cut it into squares or use various shapes.

Step 13

Then, line a hard, flat surface with parchment paper and place the marmalade on it, wet side up. Let it rest for another 12 hours.

Well-dried marmalade is ready for use.

A similar video recipe: Frozen Cherry Marmalade with Agar-Agar

Delicious, beautiful, and vibrant gummies with unique shapes—you can make it all with this video recipe from Tatyana! The author not only shows how to make this wonderful treat, but also shares all the tricks she uses herself.

The video also shows you how to work with molds, specifically how to properly remove finished marmalade from the molds so it stays intact, and what kinds of shapes you can create from marmalade. Get inspired by the author's ideas and create an incredible dessert for yourself and your loved ones!

Adviсe

To get perfect marmalade even on the first try, use the following tips:

If you're looking for a vibrant marmalade color, consider recipes using agar-agar. Marmalade made with pectin will set faster and be more elastic, making it a better choice for shaped treats.
To preserve the rich color of the marmalade, it is worth adding lemon juice or citric acid dissolved in water.
To get a beautifully shaped marmalade, be sure to let it cool completely. This process takes a bit longer, but you'll end up with a neat dessert.
You can use not only cherries, but any other berries or fruits. Marmalade made from them turns out very unusual, but delicious. cherries, besides, such a dessert can be made from different types and get several colors.

Design and submission

Marmalade decorations allow you to fully express your imagination. You can use silicone molds to create desserts, for example, in the shape of hearts for February 14th. You can also roll the marmalade in sugar, coconut, nuts, and sprinkles. And if you choose a beautiful box and package the dessert in it, it will make a great gift for any occasion.

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