An edible, homemade favour is always a lovely gesture for your guests. Here’s how to make mandarin marmalade wedding favours, along with free printable tags.
You will need:
- 3kg mandarins
- 6 cups sugar
- 4 cups water
- 3tbs brandy
- glass jars, sterilised
- plastic jam covers & bands (I used Kleerview brand)
- fabric, cut into circles
- string
Before you begin, download the free printable favour tags. Print onto textured card, trim and punch a hole in the top corner.
Instructions:
- Peel the mandarins and thinly slice half the skins (discard the rest). Cut mandarin segments in half and remove seeds.
- Place slice mandarins in food processor and process until chopped.
- Place mandarins, rind, sugar and water in large saucepan. Stir and bring to the boil until sugar has been dissolved. Reduce heat and simmer for 90 minutes.
- Once thickened, add brandy and stir well to combine.
- Pour marmalade into jars and allow to cool slightly.
- Place sheet of Kleerview over the top of the jar and secure with supplied rubber band. Trim excess plastic. Allow to cool completely.
- Place fabric circle over jar and secure with string. Thread favour tag onto string and tie a bow.
The recipe makes about a dozen medium-sized jars.
A sweet and affordable favour to say thank you to your guests. Enjoy!
Hi, my name is Alicia and I’m a paper addict. When I’m not designing quirky invitations and stationery for my business Akimbo, I’m blogging ideas and projects for home, parties and weddings.
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