Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of homemade Caramel Apple Jam, a perfect blend of sweet apples and rich caramel that will elevate your breakfast and dessert game. This easy-to-make jam is not only great for spreading on toast or pancakes but also makes a unique filling for pastries and a luscious topping for ice cream. With its balanced tartness and sweetness, this jam is an ideal addition to your culinary repertoire. Whether you’re preparing for holiday gatherings or simply looking to enjoy a cozy treat at home, this Caramel Apple Jam will surely impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups finely chopped apples (a mix of tart and sweet varieties)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Peel, core, and finely chop the apples.
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the chopped apples with granulated sugar, light brown sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat while stirring frequently.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and let it simmer for about 25 minutes until thickened, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and caramel sauce until well mixed.
- Adjust texture with a potato masher or immersion blender if desired.
- Ladle hot jam into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace before sealing.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to three weeks or process in a water bath for long-term storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg