Homemade Cherry Jam Recipe
Create a delicious homemade cherry jam with this easy recipe. Rich and fruity, it's perfect for spreading on toast or adding to desserts. Enjoy the fresh taste of cherries year-round with this simple and delightful preserve.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 5 cups
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups pitted sweet cherries
- 4 cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 package (1.75 oz) fruit pectin
Instructions
- Sterilize jars and lids in boiling water for at least 10 minutes.
- In a large pot, combine pitted cherries and lemon juice. Gradually stir in fruit pectin.
- Bring the mixture to a full rolling boil over high heat, stirring constantly.
- Add sugar all at once and return to a full rolling boil. Boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat and skim off any foam with a metal spoon.
- Ladle hot jam into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Wipe rims with a clean cloth and seal with lids.
- Process jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes. Remove and let cool.
Notes
- For a chunkier jam, roughly chop the cherries instead of finely crushing them.
- Store unopened jars in a cool, dark place for up to a year. Refrigerate after opening.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
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