Homemade Apricot Jam

Name: Homemade Apricot Jam recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Yield: 7 cups
Cuisine: Global
Ingredients: 2 ½ pounds fresh apricots, pitted and finely chopped; ⅓ cup lemon juice; 5 ¾ cups white sugar; ½ teaspoon butter; 1 (1.75 ounce) package powdered fruit pectin

by Stella Fisher 1 year ago

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10 minutes

89.9 kcal

22.9 g carbs

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Description

Traditional and delicious homemade jam.

Ingredients

2 ½ pounds fresh apricots, pitted and finely chopped
⅓ cup lemon juice
5 ¾ cups white sugar
½ teaspoon butter
1 (1.75 ounce) package powdered fruit pectin

Directions

1. Stir apricots, lemon juice, and sugar together in a large pot over medium heat; add butter to reduce foaming. Bring apricot mixture to a rolling boil, stirring constantly. Quickly stir in pectin; return to a full boil until pectin is dissolved, 1 minute. Remove from heat and skim off any foam with a metal spoon.
2. Sterilize jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack apricot jam into the hot, sterilized jars, filling the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids, and screw on rings.
3. Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil, then carefully lower the jars into the pot using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary until the water level is at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a full boil, cover the pot, and process for 5 minutes.
4. Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, for at least 24 hours. Press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). It may take up to 2 weeks for jam to set. Store in a cool, dark area.

Nutrition Facts

serving: 7 cups

calories: 89.9 kcal

carbohydrates: 22.9 g

protein: 0.3 g

cholesterol: 0.1 mg

sodium: 0.5 mg

fiber: 0.4 g

sugar: 22.4 g