Description
Apple Jelly with Thyme is a delightful homemade preserve that beautifully balances the sweetness of apples with the earthy notes of thyme. This versatile jelly can elevate a range of dishes—from roast beef to casseroles—and even serves as a tasty spread on toast. Whether you’re hosting a festive gathering or just enjoying a quiet meal at home, this unique condiment will enhance your culinary experience. Plus, it’s simple to make and makes an excellent gift when jarred beautifully!
Ingredients
Scale
- 900 g apples
- 600 ml water
- 700 g sugar (adjusted based on juice yield)
- 1 sprig dried thyme per jar
Instructions
- Prepare apples by washing and cutting them into 1.5" – 2" chunks (do not peel or core).
- Cook the apple chunks in a large pan with water over low heat until softened.
- Transfer the mixture to a jelly bag placed over a bowl to extract juice without pulp.
- Measure the collected juice and add three-quarters of its volume in sugar to a new pan, along with one sprig of thyme.
- Heat gently until sugar dissolves; then increase heat until reaching setting point.
- Remove the thyme, pour the jelly into sterilized jars, adding one more sprig per jar before sealing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Preserving
- Cuisine: Homemade
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 52
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg