Apricot Jam
There’s nothing quite like the joy of crafting homemade Apricot Jam, a delightful preserve that captures the essence of summer in each jar. This simple recipe transforms ripe apricots into a luscious spread, perfect for elevating your breakfasts and desserts throughout the year.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 30 servings (or about 1 liter of jam) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Preserving
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.5 kg fresh apricots
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1.8 kg granulated sugar
Instructions
- Wash apricots thoroughly and slice them open to remove pits. Chop them into smaller chunks.
- In a large pot, combine chopped apricots, water, and lemon juice over medium heat. Stir gently until the fruit softens, about 10 minutes.
- Gradually add sugar while stirring continuously until fully dissolved. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Cook for about 20 minutes, stirring regularly, until the jam thickens. Perform the gelling test by placing a spoonful on a chilled plate—if it holds its shape, it's ready.
- Remove from heat and let sit for five minutes before pouring into sterilized jars, leaving space at the top.
- Seal jars with lids and process in a water bath if desired for extra preservation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (20g)
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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