Naturally Sweet Orange Puree (Refined Sugar-Free)
Naturally Sweet Orange Puree (Refined Sugar-Free) is a bright citrus blend made with oranges, lemon, and dates. This versatile puree is perfect for baked goods, yogurt bowls, and drinks!
Ingredients
- 2 medium oranges, peeled
- ½ lemon, peeled
- 3 dates
- ⅓ cup orange peels, minced
- ¼ lemon peel, minced
- 1 cinnamon stick
- ¼ tsp cinnamon
- 2 Tbsp honey
Instructions Start Cooking
- Peel the orange and lemon, removing as much of the bitter white pith as possible.
- In a blender, combine the peeled orange, lemon, dates, and ½ cup water. Blend until completely smooth.2 medium oranges, ½ lemon, 3 dates
- Transfer the mixture to a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the orange mixture, citrus peel bits, cinnamon stick, ground cinnamon, and honey.⅓ cup orange peels, ¼ lemon peel, 1 cinnamon stick, ¼ tsp cinnamon, 2 Tbsp honey
- Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cook for 30–35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens and deepens in sweetness.
- Remove and discard the cinnamon stick.
- Allow the puree to cool completely before transferring to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator.
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