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Delicious Apple Pie Jam Recipe Easy Recipe

Delicious Apple Pie Jam Recipe Easy Recipe
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This delicious Apple Pie Jam combines the comforting flavors of classic apple pie spices with the sweet, natural taste of apples for a spreadable treat that’s perfect on toast, biscuits, or as a topping for desserts. Made with simple ingredients and easy steps, this jam captures the essence of autumn in every jar.

Ingredients

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Fruits

  • 6 cups peeled, cored, and finely chopped apples (about 6 medium)

Sugars

  • 4 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar

Spices & Flavorings

  • 1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground allspice
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Liquids

  • 1 cup apple cider or apple juice

Instructions

  1. Sterilize Jars: Boil the jars and their lids in water to sterilize them thoroughly. Once sterilized, keep them warm and dry until you’re ready to fill them with the hot jam to prevent cracking.
  2. Cook Jam: In a large pot, combine the peeled and chopped apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, salt, lemon juice, and apple cider or juice. Stir the mixture well and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Simmer and Thicken: Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 30 to 40 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking or burning. The jam will thicken as it cooks and develop rich flavors.
  4. Test Doneness: To check if the jam is ready, place a spoonful on a chilled plate and let it sit for a minute. If it gels and wrinkles when you push it slightly, the jam has reached the perfect consistency.
  5. Jar and Process: Carefully ladle the hot jam into the warm sterilized jars, leaving about ¼-inch headspace at the top. Wipe the rims clean to ensure a proper seal, then apply the lids tightly. Process the jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes to preserve the jam safely.
  6. Cool and Store: Remove the jars from the water bath and let them cool completely on a towel or rack. Once cooled, check the seals by pressing the center of each lid; it should not flex. Store the sealed jars in a cool, dark place and refrigerate after opening.

Notes

  • Using a mix of granulated and brown sugar gives the jam a deep, rich flavor with a hint of molasses from the brown sugar.
  • Lemon juice not only adds brightness but also helps to preserve the jam by balancing acidity.
  • Apple cider can be substituted with apple juice if desired, but cider adds a more robust apple flavor.
  • Ensure frequent stirring during cooking to prevent jam from sticking and burning at the bottom of the pot.
  • Always use sterilized jars and lids to prevent spoilage and extend shelf life.
  • If you prefer a smoother texture, you can lightly mash the apples during cooking or use a food processor before cooking.

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