Looking for a versatile sauce to drizzle over desserts or add flair to a simple dish? Marmalade or Jam Sauce is the perfect choice. With its glossy finish and sweet-tangy balance, it’s an effortless way to elevate your culinary creations. Whether you’re dressing up pancakes, glazing meats, or sweetening up a simple bowl of ice cream, this sauce delivers flavor and sophistication in every spoonful.
How to Make Jam Sauce
Crafting Marmalade or Jam Sauce is a simple process. Begin by simmering the key ingredients—water, sugar, jam or marmalade, and a splash of lemon juice. This step transforms the mixture into a fragrant, syrupy base that’s already full of promise. Strain out any solids for a smooth texture and then add a cornstarch or arrowroot paste to thicken it into a luscious sauce.
Feel like adding a pop of color? A few drops of food coloring can make the sauce as visually appealing as it is delicious. This sauce is quick to make, endlessly adaptable, and guaranteed to become a go-to for sweetening up life’s little moments.
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Jam Sauce
Equipment
Ingredients
- ¼ pint water
- 2 tbsp jam
- 2 tbsp marmalade optional
- 1 tsp arrowroot
- 1 tsp cornstarch optional
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Food coloring optional
Instructions
Prepare the Base
- In a saucepan, combine the water, jam or marmalade, sugar, and lemon juice.¼ pint water, 2 tbsp jam, 2 tbsp marmalade, 1 tbsp sugar, 1 tsp lemon juice
- Simmer the mixture over medium heat for 7–10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Strain the Mixture
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and strain the liquid through a fine mesh strainer to remove solids, ensuring a smooth sauce.
Thicken the Sauce
- In a small bowl, mix the arrowroot or cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of cold water until it forms a smooth paste.1 tsp arrowroot, 1 tsp cornstarch
- Gradually add the hot jam mixture to the paste, whisking continuously to combine.
Boil and Finish
- Return the mixture to the saucepan and bring it to a boil, cooking for 3 minutes until thickened and glossy.
- Add food coloring if desired, and stir well to incorporate.Food coloring
Serve and Enjoy
- Let the sauce cool slightly before serving. Use it to drizzle over desserts, glaze meats, or sweeten your favorite dish.
