Cherry jam is a delicious and versatile preserve that can be enjoyed on toast, scones, or ice cream. It is also a great way to use up fresh cherries when they are in season. Whether you are a seasoned jam maker or a beginner, there is a cherry jam recipe out there for you. In this article, we will share some of the best cherry jam recipes, so you can find the perfect one to suit your taste and skill level. From classic to unique, there is sure to be a recipe that will make your taste buds sing.
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OVER-THE-TOP CHERRY JAM
We live in Door County, an area known for its wonderful tart cherries. This beautiful, sweet jam makes lovely gifts. -Karen Haen, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 40m
Yield 6 half-pints.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a food processor, cover and process cherries in batches until finely chopped. Transfer to a Dutch oven; stir in pectin and butter. Bring to a full rolling boil over high heat, stirring constantly. Stir in sugar; return to a full rolling boil. Boil and stir 1 minute. , Remove from heat; skim off foam. Ladle hot mixture into 6 hot sterilized half-pint jars, leaving 1/4-in. headspace. Remove air bubbles and adjust headspace, if necessary, by adding hot mixture. Wipe rims. Center lids on jars; screw on bands until fingertip tight., Place jars into canner with simmering water, ensuring that they are completely covered with water. Bring to a boil; process for 5 minutes. Remove jars and cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 89 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
BC CHERRY JAM
When fresh cherries are in season, we preserve them to enjoy all year. This jam is sweet and can be also made as a light version with sugar-free pectin and Splenda®.
Provided by Pepper
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Canning and Preserving Recipes Jams and Jellies Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 40
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place cherries, apple juice, lemon juice, and pectin into a large saucepan over medium heat; bring to a boil, and mix in the sugar. Cook the jam at a rolling boil for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and skim off any foam.
- Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack the 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.
- 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.
- 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 : Calories 67.4 calories, Carbohydrate 17.2 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 0.1 mg, Sugar 16.9 g
CHERRY-BERRY JAM
I like to combine several types of fruit in jam. This summer jam uses sour cherries, raspberries, and blueberries.
Provided by AnnaLena
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Canning and Preserving Recipes Jams and Jellies Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 64
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Inspect 8 half-pint jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until jam is ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
- Prepare fruit and measure. Remove pits from cherries and measure 3 cups of pitted sour cherries. Crush raspberries and measure 1 cup crushed raspberries. Mash blueberries and measure 1 cup mashed blueberries.
- Combine cherries, raspberries, and blueberries in a large pot. Stir in pectin. Slowly bring to a full rolling boil that does not stop bubbling when stirred. Stir in sugar sugar and stir to dissolve. Return to a full rolling boil on high heat and boil for exactly 1 minute, stirring constantly. Skim off any foam with a ladle or a large spoon.
- Ladle cherry berry jam immediately into the prepared jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe rims with a moist paper towel to remove any spills. Top with lids and tightly screw on rings.
- Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 10 minutes.
- Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart. Let rest for 24 hours without moving the jars. Gently press the center of each lid with a finger to ensure the lid does not move up or down. Remove the rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 94.4 calories, Carbohydrate 24.3 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 0.4 mg, Sugar 23.4 g
SWEET CHERRY JAM
Make and share this Sweet Cherry Jam recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Coppercloud
Categories Cherries
Time 43m
Yield 6 Half pint
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a pot, mix cherries, pectin, lemon juice and lemon zest.
- Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
- Add sugar, stir to combine.
- Bring to a rolling boil for 1 minute.
- Remove from heat, skim foam.
- Ladle into hot sterilized 8 oz jars, leave 1/4" head space. Wipe rims and add lids.
- Process jars in water bath for your recomended altitude.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 778.9, Fat 0.3, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 20.7, Carbohydrate 201.6, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 189.9, Protein 1.8
CHERRY RHUBARB JAM
This tangy sweet spread is "jam-packed" with lots of cherry flavor, plus a hint of rhubarb. My mother gives jars of it to friends during rhubarb season-it's so delicious on toast and muffins. -Faye Sampson, Radcliffe, Iowa
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 25m
Yield 5 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine rhubarb and sugar; let stand for 1-1/2 hours, stirring occasionally. , Bring to a boil; cook, uncovered, 10 minutes or until rhubarb is tender. Remove from heat; stir in gelatin until dissolved. Stir in pie filling and extract if desired. Transfer to jars; cool. Cover and store in the refrigerator up to 3 weeks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 28 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 4mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
SOUR CHERRY AMARETTO JAM
This jam is not only great to spread on toast but also to fill sandwich cookies and other pastries.
Provided by mixerlisl
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Canning and Preserving Recipes Jams and Jellies Recipes
Time P1DT25m
Yield 40
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Inspect 5 cup-sized jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until jam is ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
- Wash and pit the cherries. Chop them finely. You should have about 5 cups. Place cherries in a large saucepan and slowly bring to a boil over low-medium heat. Stir in pectin and slowly bring mixture to a full rolling boil. Add sugar and stir to dissolve. Return to a full rolling boil on high heat and boil for exactly 1 minute, stirring constantly. Skim off any foam with a ladle or a large spoon.
- Remove from heat and stir in amaretto liqueur.
- Ladle sour cherry jam into the prepared jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe rims with a moist paper towel to remove any spills. Top with lids and tightly screw on rings.
- Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 10 minutes.
- Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart. Let rest for 24 hours without moving the jars. Gently press the center of each lid with a finger to ensure the lid does not move up or down. Remove the rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 83 calories, Carbohydrate 20.1 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 1.2 mg, Sugar 18.8 g
CHERRY-RASPBERRY JAM
When sour cherries and red raspberries are in season, I always freeze some with this recipe in mind. I've been making jams and jellies for years, and friends and family agree this is the best I make. -Lenora McCulley, Reedsville, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 25m
Yield 8 half-pints.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, combine cherries and raspberries; stir in pectin. Bring to a full rolling boil over high heat, stirring constantly. Stir in sugar; return to a full rolling boil. Boil and stir 1 minute. , Remove from heat; skim off foam. Ladle hot mixture into eight hot sterilized half-pint jars, leaving 1/4-in. headspace. Wipe rims. Center lids on jars; screw on bands until fingertip tight., Place jars into canner with simmering water, ensuring that they are completely covered with water. Bring to a boil; process for 5 minutes. Remove jars and cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 93 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 0 sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
GRANDMA MONETTE'S CHERRY JAM TART
Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network
Time 1h40m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Make the filling: Combine the cherry preserves and lemon juice in a bowl, stirring to break up any clumps.
- Make the crust: Butter a 10-inch tart pan with a removable bottom. Cream the butter and sugar in a bowl with a mixer on medium speed. Add the whole egg, then the vanilla. Whisk the all-purpose flour, almond flour, lemon zest, cinnamon and cloves in a bowl. With the mixer on medium speed, gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture. Reduce the mixer speed to low and mix in up to 1 tablespoon water until the dough just comes together. Wrap two-thirds of the dough in plastic wrap, then wrap the remaining one-third in plastic wrap. Refrigerate both for 30 minutes.
- Put the larger piece of dough between 2 sheets of parchment paper and roll it out into an 11-inch round. Remove the top sheet of parchment paper and invert the dough into the prepared tart pan; peel off the other sheet of parchment paper and trim the excess dough. Spread the jam evenly on the crust. Roll out the remaining dough to about 1/4 inch thick and cut it into 1/2- to 1-inch-wide strips (10 to 14 strips). Arrange the strips in a lattice pattern on top of the filling. Beat the egg yolk with 1 tablespoon water and brush on the lattice and edge of the crust. Bake until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbly, about 30 minutes. Let cool completely.
- Photography by Steve Giralt
NANKING CHERRY JAM/JELLY
I came up with this recipe after making Nanking Cherry Jelly from a different recipe. This one is a little bit more tart and not as stiff as the other recipe. I used a whole apple (core and peel included) for a little extra pectin. First you have to make the juice from the cherries, then you can make jelly by straining through a cheesecloth or make jam by squeezing the pulp through a colander to get rid of the seeds.
Provided by Scutch
Categories Jellies
Time 50m
Yield 6 cups, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- To make Juice.
- Combine cherries, apple and water in a Dutch oven. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 35 minutes. Mash mixture occasionally while cooking.
- Strain through a cheesecloth for 8 hours for jelly, or squeeze through a colander to remove the seeds for jam.
- Bring 4 cups of juice/pulp to full rolling boil and boil for 2 minutes.
- Add 3 1/2 - 4 cups of sugar, mix well.
- Bring back to a full rolling boil and boil for 4 minutes.
- Add 1 pouch of liquid pectin and lemon juice.
- Stir for 5 minutes.
- Pour into hot sterile jars, process for 5 minutes or put into freezer when cool. This may take up to 24 hours to set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 708.3, Fat 0.8, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 1.5, Carbohydrate 182.2, Fiber 8.7, Sugar 168.6, Protein 4.2
SOUR CHERRY JAM
I think I got this off the net a long time ago. I have also made it with semi sweet cherries and it was very good.
Provided by NoraMarie
Categories Low Protein
Time 1h20m
Yield 6 jars, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Wash, stem, and pit cherries.
- Chop them small pieces.
- Put fruit and sugar in a large saucepan.
- Boil hard for 1 minute.
- Remove from heat and stir in liquid pectin.
- Skin 5 minutes.Add almond extract,.
- Put in jars and seal with hot lids.
- I sometime do a 5 minute hot bath, but not everytime.
SWEET CHERRY JAM WITH SPICES AND RED WINE
Regular cherry jam I find quite boring, but I also don't like my jam too spicy. The spice bag method works great, because it only adds a hint of spice to the jam.
Provided by FrauHolle
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Canning and Preserving Recipes Jams and Jellies Recipes
Time P1DT8h35m
Yield 48
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Inspect 6 half-pint jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until jam is ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
- Pit and finely chop cherries; measure out 3 1/2 cups. Combine cherries, sugar, and lemon juice in a bowl. Place cinnamon and cloves in a small piece of cheesecloth and tie together to make a spice bag. Add to the pot with the cherries, and marinate in the refrigerator for 8 hours.
- Add the cherries with all the liquid, spice bag, and the pectin in a large heavy saucepan. Slowly bring it to a boil. Stir in red wine. Slowly return mixture to a full rolling boil over high heat. Boil for exactly 1 minute, stirring constantly. Skim off any foam with a ladle or a large spoon.
- Remove pot from the heat. Remove and discard the spice bag. Ladle cherry jam immediately into prepared jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe rims with a moist paper towel to remove any spills. Top with lids and tightly screw on rings.
- Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 10 minutes.
- Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart. Let rest for 24 hours without moving the jars. Gently press the center of each lid with a finger to ensure the lid does not move up or down. Remove the rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 102.2 calories, Carbohydrate 25.4 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 0.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 0.3 mg, Sugar 24.6 g
CHERRY, RHUBARB, RASPBERRY FREEZER JAM
I have always wanted to make jam out of my rhubarb, but did not want it to sweet or to sour..and I love cherries so I went to the cupboard and revamped a recipe that I had. This may be a little on the sweet side but not enough to mask the flavor of the rhubarb and having the cherry mingled in there was the part that put it over...
Provided by deb baldwin
Categories Jams & Jellies
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. Chop up fresh rhubarb and add to a large pot with the water. Cook the rhubarb until it is tender and soft. Add the sugar to the cooked rhubarb, stir and cook on medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring all the time.
- 2. Add the cherry pie filling and stir and cook for 10 minutes more Remove from heat (you do not have to skim the top). Add the gelatin. Stir until completely dissolved and no lumps. Ladle into freezer containers. Fruit will float to top so divide the fruit between the containers. Let completely cool. Clean up spills and drips and put the lids on each container of jam. Put one container in the refrigerator to start eating tomorrow. Place the rest of the containers of jam in the freezer.
CHERRY JAM DEVIL'S FOOD CAKE
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly spray two 9-inch-round cake pans with non-stick cooking spray and dust with cocoa powder.
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a medium bowl. Beat together the butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar and oil in a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
- Meanwhile, whisk together the hot coffee, 3/4 cup cocoa powder and vanilla in a medium bowl until smooth.
- Add the eggs to butter mixture one at a time, mixing well and scraping down the bowl between each addition. Beat in the coffee mixture until well combined. Add half of the flour mixture and beat just until combined, then beat in the sour cream followed by the remaining flour mixture. Scrape down the bowl and beat 1 minute more.
- Divide the batter between the prepared cake pans. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 25 to 30 minutes. Transfer to racks. When the cakes are cool enough to handle, turn them out onto the racks to cool completely before frosting.
- To assemble the cake, place one cake layer onto a serving platter or cake stand. Trim the top with a long serrated knife to make it level, if needed. Spread half of the Cherry Jam Filling on top in an even layer. Top with the other cake layer and frost the entire cake with chocolate frosting. Spread the remaining Cherry Jam Filling on top of the cake.
- Stir together 2 tablespoons water with the cornstarch in a small bowl until the cornstarch dissolves. Combine the cherries, sugar, remaining 6 tablespoons water and the lemon juice in a medium pot over medium heat and simmer for 2 minutes. Stir in the cornstarch mixture and continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, until the mixture has thickened and looks clear and shiny, about 5 minutes. Cool to room temperature and then refrigerate, covered, until cold, about 1 hour.
PEACH ORANGE PINEAPPLE CHERRY JAM
What could be better than peaches, oranges, pineapples and cherries?? JAM! =) I just love this recipe and it makes a beautiful gift placed in a basket with some fresh bread or warm, home-made biscuits. Know someone who needs some cheering up? This is guaranteed to do it!
Provided by Family Favorites
Categories Spreads
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. In a blender or food processor, blend fruits and cherry juice in batches until smooth. Transfer to a large kettle; stir in pectin.
- 2. Bring to a rolling boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Add sugar; boil for 2 additional minutes.
- 3. Remove from heat and place into prepared, sterilized jars if canning.
QUICK CHUNKY PLUM AND CHERRY JAM
Categories Condiment/Spread Fruit Breakfast Brunch Cherry Plum Summer Bon Appétit
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Mix plums, cherries, sugar, and allspice in heavy large saucepan. Cover and cook over low heat until sugar dissolves and juices form, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes. Uncover and increase heat to medium. Cook until plums start to fall apart and preserves are thickened and reduced to 2 1/4 cups, stirring occasionally, about 25 minutes longer. If desired, break up any large plum pieces. Transfer to bowl and refrigerate until cold, about 2 hours.
CHERRY JAM TART
This recipe courtesy of Mario Batali.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Pie & Tarts Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In the bowl of a food processor, combine flour, sugar, salt, and zest; pulse 2 or 3 times to mix. Add butter; pulse until mixture resembles coarse meal.
- In a small bowl, beat egg yolks with Vin Santo. With machine running, add to flour mixture; process until dough comes together and pulls away from sides of bowl, 5 to 6 seconds. Turn dough out onto work surface; shape into disc. Cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees. In a small bowl, thin the jam with hot water a teaspoon at a time, stirring until smooth; season with a dash of pepper. Mix well. Set aside.
- Remove dough from refrigerator. On a lightly floured work surface, roll out dough to a circle 14 inches in diameter. Fit dough into a 12-inch fluted round tart pan with a removable bottom, pressing gently into sides and bottom. Trip excess pastry by rolling the rolling pin across top. Spread jam mixture over dough.
- Bake until filling is glossy and dough is deeply golden, 25 to 30 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack and cool for several minutes. Serve warm.
PARMESAN THUMBPRINT COOKIES WITH TOMATO-TART CHERRY JAM
Provided by Cynthia Nims
Categories Cookies Cheese Dairy Fruit Tomato Bake Cocktail Party Picnic Super Bowl Parmesan Cherry Party Advance Prep Required
Yield Makes 2 dozen cookies
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- To make the jam, heat the olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the shallot and cook, stirring often, until tender and aromatic but not browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in the tomato, dried cherries, water, thyme, and salt and continue cooking until the cherries are plumped and the tomatoes are soft, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Let cool, then puree the jam in the food processor, adding a bit more water as needed to achieve a texture a bit thinner than applesauce. Set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Combine the flour and Parmesan cheese in a food processor and pulse until the cheese is finely ground and well blended with the flour. Add the butter and cream cheese and pulse just until a cohesive dough forms, scraping down the sides as needed; avoid overmixing.
- Form the dough into 24 balls about 1 1/4 inches in diameter and set them on the baking sheet about 1 inch apart. Press your thumb into the center of each ball to make an indentation (it's normal for the edges to crack a bit, but you can gently pinch together any particularly large cracks). Fill each indentation with some of the jam, about 1/2 teaspoon each.
- Bake the cookies until firm and nicely browned around the edges, 30 to 35 minutes. Because this dough is a bit dense, be sure the cookies are thoroughly cooked, beyond just a light golden brown. If you pull them out too soon they may still be a bit underdone in the center. You can always snag one from the tray and break it in two to check-a snack for the cook.
- Let cool slightly on the baking sheets, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Arrange the cookies on a platter for serving, or store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
GREEN TEA PANNA COTTA WITH SWEET ADZUKI SAUCE CHERRY BLOSSOM JAM AND TUILES
Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 4h45m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- For the panna cotta, stir together the green tea and gelatin and set aside briefly. Combine milk and cream in a saucepan over medium heat and whisk in sugar. Heat to boiling and remove from heat. Add vanilla and gelatin/tea mixture and stir until sugar and gelatin are completely dissolved. Pour into the custard cups and refrigerate at least 4 hours until gelatin sets up completely.
- Heat adzuki beans and sugar over medium heat stirring to dissolve sugar. Allow to cool and puree in a blender with canola oil. Strain into a bowl and set aside until needed.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line 1 baking sheet with a silicone baking mat and lay rice wrapper squares on mat. Top with another silicone baking mat and a second baking sheet as a weight. Bake for 15 minutes, then remove the baking sheet and top silicone mat and allow to further bake until brown, about 3 more minutes. Remove from mat with a thin spatula and allow to cool completely.
- Sift powdered sugar over the tuiles. Spoon some sauce into the center of a dessert plate. Invert the custard from the mold into the center of the sauce. Slide 2 tuiles horizontally into the custard 1 on each side. Top custard with 1 cherry blossom. Serve with hot cherry blossom tea.
CHERRY ALMOND JAM
Make and share this Cherry Almond Jam recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Diana Adcock
Categories Cherries
Time 1h
Yield 6 half pints, about
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine all the ingredients except sugar in a large saucepan.
- Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
- Add sugar, stirring constantly until sugar is dissolved.
- Boil for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat.
- Skin foam.
- Ladle into clean, hot jars leaving 1/4 inch head space.
- Seal.
- Process in a Boiling water bath for 10 minutes at altitudes up to 1000 feet.
CHERRY JAM
Well here is my second batch of goodies that I made from my 10 lb bucket of sour cherries. Of course, this jam is super easy to make and doesn't take too much time. It is another beautiful jar of jam and I look forward to having some of this cherry jam on a toasted English muffin tomorrow morning with a good cup of hot coffee for...
Provided by Kimberly Biegacki
Categories Jams & Jellies
Time 55m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- 1. First chop your cherries up in a food processor or by hand. I coarsely chopped mine.
- 2. Combine cherries, sugar and lemon juice (if needed) in a large saucepot. Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves. Stire in liquid pectin.
- 3. Return to a rolling boil. Boil hard 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Skim foam if neccessary. (I did have to do this.) Ladle hot jam into hot jars, leaving 1/4-inch headspace. Adjust two-piece caps.
- 4. Process 10 minutes in a boiling-water canner. Then remove and place on counter to cool. Let sit overnight and the check lids again; tighten if necessary and label your jars.
Tips:
- Choose the right cherries: Use ripe, firm, and sweet cherries for the best flavor.
- Prepare your cherries: Wash and pit your cherries before cooking.
- Use a large pot: Cherry jam tends to bubble and splatter, so use a large pot to prevent it from boiling over.
- Stir frequently: Stir the jam constantly to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pot and burning.
- Use a candy thermometer: A candy thermometer is the best way to ensure that your jam reaches the proper consistency.
- Test the jam for doneness: Before removing the jam from the heat, test it for doneness by placing a small amount on a cold plate. If the jam wrinkles when you push your finger through it, it is ready.
- Let the jam cool: Let the jam cool completely before storing it.
Conclusion:
Cherry jam is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be enjoyed on toast, biscuits, pancakes, waffles, and more. It is also a great way to preserve cherries and enjoy their flavor all year long. With a little time and effort, you can easily make your own cherry jam at home. So next time you have a batch of fresh cherries, be sure to try making a jar of this delicious jam.
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