Description
Capture the essence of autumn with this homemade Apple Jam, a delightful spread that transforms simple ingredients into a sweet, chunky preserve. The bright flavors of fresh apples combined with tangy lemon create a versatile addition to your kitchen. Perfect for breakfast on toast, as a filling in pastries, or even as a glaze for meats, this jam is sure to become a staple. Its easy preparation and customizable sweetness make it an enjoyable project for both novice and experienced cooks alike. With just three ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll have jars of delicious apple goodness ready to savor all year long.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 lbs chopped apples (about 16 cups when peeled and diced)
- 4 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
Instructions
- Combine diced apples, sugar, and lemon juice in a large bowl. Mix gently and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Strain the macerated fruit mixture, reserving the liquid. Boil the liquid in a saucepan over medium-high heat.
- Add strained apple pieces back into the saucepan once boiling. Cook over medium-high heat for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Test gel consistency using the cold plate method; continue cooking if necessary.
- Fill sterilized jars with hot jam, leaving a 1/4-inch headspace.
- Process jars in a water bath canner by boiling them for 10 minutes.
- Remove jars from the water bath and let them cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 51
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg