Best 5 Wild Chokecherry Jelly Recipes
Wild chokecherry jelly is a delightful and unique treat that can add a special touch to any meal. Made from the tart and tangy chokecherry fruit, this jelly is a versatile condiment that can be used on everything from toast and pancakes to ice cream and yogurt. Whether you're a seasoned jelly maker or just starting out, this guide will provide you with everything you need to know to create a delicious and memorable wild chokecherry jelly.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
CHOKE CHERRY JELLY
Tasty chokecherry jelly recipe.
Provided by Kay Schrock
Categories Side Dish
Time P1DT1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Pour juices in kettle.
- Add pectin, stir.
- Bring to a boil, add sugar and butter.
- Boil and stir for 2 minutes.
- Remove from heat, skim.
- Ladle into jars.
- Process in hot water bath for 5 minutes.
- Cool undisturbed for 24 hours.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 T, Calories 36 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 1 mg, Sodium 1 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 9 g
CHOKECHERRY JELLY
If you wish to make syrup, use twice as much juice to 1 package of pectin. Processing time not included in preparation time.
Provided by Molly53
Categories Berries
Time 10m
Yield 8 half pint
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Wash fruit and cover with water; simmer 15 minutes.
- Strain juice.
- Measure juice into 6- to 8-quart kettle.
- Add pectin and stir.
- Bring to boil; add sugar, stir, and bring to a rolling boil.
- Boil exactly 2 minutes.
- Skim and pour into jars.
- Wipe rims and adjust lids.
- Process in boiling water bath for five minutes; remove to a protected countertop and let cool completely undisturbed.
CHOKECHERRY JAM
I found this recipe on the Kraft Kitchens Website a few years back. I was poorer than dirt and my son like PB& J sandwiches for his school lunches, since chokecherries grow wild around here it was a cheap way to make jam.
Provided by tasb395
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 45m
Yield 7 half pints
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring boiling-water canner, half full with water, to simmer. Wash jars and screw bands in hot soapy water; rinse with warm water. Pour boiling water over flat lids in saucepan off the heat. Let stand in hot water until ready to use. Drain well before filling.
- Crush chokecherries thoroughly, one layer at a time. Place chokecherries and water in medium saucepan. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 20 minutes or until tender. Press through a sieve. Measure exactly 3 1/2 cups pulp into 6 or 8 qt saucepot. Stir in lemon juice.
- Stir pectin into prepared pulp in saucepot. Add butter to reduce foaming, if desired. Bring mixture to full rolling boil (a boil that doesn't stop bubbling when stirred) on high heat, stirring constantly. Stir in sugar. Return to full rolling boil and boil exactly 4 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Skim off any foam with metal spoon.
- Ladle immediately into prepared jars, filling to within 1/8" of tops. Wipe jar rims and threads. Cover with 2 piece lids. Screw bands tightly. Place jars on elevated rack in canner. Lower rack into canner. (Water must cover jars by 1-2". Add boiling water, if necessary.) Cover; bring water to gentle boil. Process 10 minutes. Remove jars and place upright on towel to cool completely. After jars cool, check seals by pressing middle of lid with finger. (If lid springs back, lid is not sealed and refrigeration is necessary.).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 667.8, Sodium 0.8, Carbohydrate 172.9, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 171.7, Protein 0.1
CERTO® WILD CHERRY JELLY
Use your choice of wild cherries or chokecherries to make this CERTO Wild Cherry Jelly. Either way, it will be scrumptious!
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 3h20m
Yield Makes about 7 (1-cup) jars or 112 servings, 1 Tbsp. each.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bring boiling-water canner, half full with water, to simmer. Wash jars and screw bands in hot soapy water; rinse with warm water. Pour boiling water over flat lids in saucepan off the heat. Let stand in hot water until ready to use. Drain jars well before filling.
- Stem and pit cherries. Place in saucepan; add water. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 15 min. Place three layers of damp cheesecloth or a jelly bag in large bowl. Pour prepared fruit into cheesecloth. Tie cheesecloth closed; hang and let drip into bowl until dripping stops. Press gently. Measure exactly 3 cups juice into 6- or 8-qt. saucepot.
- Stir sugar into juice in saucepot. Add butter to reduce foaming. Bring mixture to full rolling boil (a boil that doesn't stop bubbling when stirred) on high heat, stirring constantly. Stir in pectin. Return to full rolling boil and boil exactly 1 min., stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Stir in extract. Skim off any foam with metal spoon.
- Ladle immediately into prepared jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of tops. Wipe jar rims and threads. Cover with two-piece lids. Screw bands tightly. Place jars on elevated rack in canner. Lower rack into canner. (Water must cover jars by 1 to 2 inches. Add boiling water, necessary.) Cover; bring water to gentle boil. Process 5 min. Remove jars and place upright on a towel to cool completely. After jars cool, check seals by pressing middles of lids with finger. (If lids spring back, lids are not sealed and refrigeration is necessary.)
Nutrition Facts : Calories 50, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 0 mg, Carbohydrate 12 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 12 g, Protein 0 g
MCP CHOKECHERRY JELLY
Fresh chokecherry and lemon juices, sugar and fruit pectin are cooked briefly then processed in a canner to produce gleaming jars of homemade jelly.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 3h30m
Yield Makes about 6 (1-cup) jars or 96 servings, 1 Tbsp. each.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bring boiling-water canner, half full with water, to simmer. Wash jars and screw bands in hot soapy water; rinse with warm water. Pour boiling water over flat lids in saucepan off the heat. Let stand in hot water until ready to use. Drain well before filling.
- Crush chokecherries thoroughly, one layer at a time. Place in saucepan. Add water and simmer 15 min. Place 3 layers of damp cheesecloth or a jelly bag in large bowl. Pour prepared fruit into cheesecloth. Tie cheesecloth closed; hang and let drip into bowl until dripping stops. Press gently. Measure exactly 3 cups juice into 6- or 8-qt. saucepot. Add lemon juice.
- Stir pectin into juice in saucepot. Add butter to reduce foaming. Bring mixture to full rolling boil (a boil that doesn't stop bubbling when stirred) on high heat, stirring constantly. Stir in sugar. Return to full boil and boil exactly 2 min., stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Skim off any foam with metal spoon.
- Ladle immediately into prepared jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of tops. Wipe jar rims and threads. Cover with two-piece lids. Screw bands tightly. Place jars on elevated rack in canner. Lower rack into canner. (Water must cover jars by 1 to 2 inches. Add boiling water, if necessary.) Cover; bring water to gentle boil. Process 5 min. Remove jars and place upright on a towel to cool completely. After jars cool, check seals by pressing middles of lids with finger. (If lids spring back, lids are not sealed and refrigeration is necessary.)
Nutrition Facts : Calories 40, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 0 mg, Carbohydrate 10 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 10 g, Protein 0 g
Tips:
- Wild chokecherries should be harvested after the first frost, as this will improve their flavor. To harvest the chokecherries, strip them from the stems and remove any leaves or debris.
- Use a food mill or strainer to remove the pits from the chokecherries. A food mill will give you a smoother jelly, while a strainer will give you a chunkier jelly.
- Add pectin to the jelly if you want it to be firmer. Pectin is a natural thickener that is found in fruits and vegetables, and it can be purchased in powder or liquid form.
- Store the jelly in a cool, dark place. Jelly can be stored for up to a year in a sealed jar.
Conclusion:
Wild chokecherry jelly is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be enjoyed on toast, crackers, or ice cream. It can also be used as a glaze for meats or as a filling for pies and tarts. With a little time and effort, you can make your own wild chokecherry jelly at home. So, the next time you see wild chokecherries growing in your area, be sure to pick some and make a batch of this delicious jelly.
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