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Quick and Easy Apple Jam Recipe

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A quick and easy homemade apple jam recipe, combining tender cooked apples with vanilla, cinnamon, and a touch of lemon for a flavorful spread that can be prepared in just 40 minutes.

Ingredients

Fruit

  • 800 g cooking apples (examples: Boskoop, Jonagold, Chantecler)

Other Ingredients

  • 400 g powdered sugar
  • Half an organic lemon (juice and zest)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 210 g water

Instructions

  1. Prepare the apples: Wash the apples thoroughly, then peel, core, and cut them into large dice to ensure even cooking and smooth texture in the jam.
  2. Add lemon juice and zest: Place the diced apples in a salad bowl and sprinkle with freshly squeezed lemon juice. Add the lemon zest as well to impart a fresh citrus aroma and to help preserve the color of the apples.
  3. Make sugar syrup: In a large saucepan, combine water and powdered sugar. Heat gently over medium heat for 5 minutes until the sugar dissolves completely, creating a clear syrup base for the jam.
  4. Cook the apples: Add the diced apples to the saucepan with the sugar syrup. Continue cooking on medium heat for about 20 to 25 minutes, stirring regularly to prevent sticking and burning. Skim off any foam that forms on the surface using a slotted spoon to keep the jam clear.
  5. Add flavorings: Five minutes before finishing cooking, add the cinnamon stick and vanilla extract to infuse the jam with warm spiced and sweet notes.
  6. Check jam consistency: To test if the jam is ready, put a drop of the mixture onto a cold plate taken from the freezer. If the drop runs slightly but then thickens and sets upon cooling, the jam is ready. If it runs too freely, continue cooking a little longer and test again.
  7. Jar the jam: Pour the hot jam into sterilized jars. Seal them tightly and invert the jars for 5 minutes to sterilize the lids with the hot jam. Then turn the jars upright and let them cool completely before storing.

Notes

  • Use cooking apples like Boskoop or Jonagold for the best texture and flavor in jam production.
  • Lemon juice helps prevent oxidation and keeps the jam from browning.
  • Skimming foam ensures a clearer jam with better appearance.
  • Always sterilize jars to avoid spoilage and extend shelf life.
  • Store jam in a cool, dark place once opened, and refrigerate to maintain freshness.

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