Make this cherry jam recipe when fresh cherries are in season to preserve and enjoy them all year.
Ingredients
- 3 cups pitted, chopped fresh cherries
- ½ cup unsweetened apple juice
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 2 (2 ounce) packages powdered fruit pectin
- 3 cups white sugar
- 4 half pint canning jars with lids and rings
Directions
Step 1
Place cherries, apple juice, lemon juice, and pectin into a large saucepan over medium heat; bring to a boil and mix in sugar. Cook jam at a rolling boil for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and skim off any foam.
Step 2
Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack cherry 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.
Step 3
Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil over high heat, 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 15 minutes, or the time as recommended by your county Extension agent.
Step 4
Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). Store in a cool, dark area.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 40 | |
Calories 67 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat0g | 0% |
Sodium0mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate17g | 6% |
Dietary Fiber0g | 1% |
Total Sugars17g | |
Protein0g | |
Vitamin C1mg | 5% |
Calcium2mg | 0% |
Iron0mg | 1% |
Potassium29mg | 1% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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