Marmalade

Marmalade is a sweet, citrus-based preserve made by cooking fruit juice and peel with sugar and water until it sets into a spreadable gel. It is most commonly made from Seville oranges, which have a distinct bitter edge that balances the sweetness. Originating in Europe, it is particularly associated with British breakfast traditions.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Marmalade is very high in carbohydrates, almost entirely from sugars, and provides minimal protein or fat. A typical serving offers a quick energy boost and small amounts of vitamin C and potassium, with a calorie count around 50-60 kcal per tablespoon.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	50 kcal
Protein	0.1 g
Carbs	13 g
Fat	0 g
Fiber	0.3 g
Sugar	12 g
Sodium	5 mg
Vitamin C	3 mg
Potassium	25 mg
Calcium	5 mg
Iron	0.1 mg

Per 1 tablespoon (20 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

What makes marmalade unique is the inclusion of the citrus peel, which provides dietary fiber and a characteristic bitter flavor that distinguishes it from other fruit jams. Its historical use as a preserve made it a valuable source of vitamin C in past centuries.