SUGAR- AND PECTIN-FREE PRESERVES

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This is a delicious jam/preserves recipe that I came up when when I started limiting the amount of sugar I eat. It's delicious without added sugar or those nasty artificial sugars (sucralose, aspartame, etc.). I love this best on a slice of whole grain whole wheat toast with some butter. Refrigerate before serving.

Provided by IlsaB

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Canning and Preserving Recipes     Jams and Jellies Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 25

Number Of Ingredients 5

5 cups smashed fresh apricots
2 ½ cups xylitol
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon lemon juice
6 half pint canning jars with lids and rings

Steps:

  • Combine apricots, xylitol, cinnamon, and lemon juice together in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, and continue boiling until a thermometer inserted into mixture reads 220 degrees F (104 degrees C), 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack apricot mixture into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within 1 inch of the top. Run a knife or 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 and lower jars into the boiling water using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary to bring the water level to at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a rolling boil, cover the pot, and process for 5 minutes.
  • 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 65.6 calories, Carbohydrate 23.7 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sodium 0.3 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

Sangin Chaudhary
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These preserves are a great way to add a touch of sweetness to your favorite foods without all the added sugar. I've been using them in my smoothies, and they're a great way to get a boost of fruit and fiber. I've also been using them to make sugar-f


Ghuncha Gul
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These preserves are a great way to use up leftover fruit. I had a bunch of ripe apricots that I didn't know what to do with, so I made a batch of sugar-free and pectin-free apricot preserves. They turned out beautifully, and they're a great way to en


Peshawar Times
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These preserves are a great way to enjoy your favorite fruit all year long. I made a batch of strawberry preserves in the summer, and I've been enjoying them all winter long. They're a great way to add a touch of sweetness to my oatmeal or yogurt, an


Prakash Ojha
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These preserves are a great way to add a touch of sweetness to your favorite foods without all the added sugar. I've been using them in my smoothies, and they're a great way to get a boost of fruit and fiber. I've also been using them to make sugar-f


Anonymous Khan
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These preserves are a great way to use up leftover fruit. I had a bunch of ripe peaches that I didn't know what to do with, so I made a batch of sugar-free and pectin-free peach preserves. They turned out beautifully, and they're a great way to enjoy


The Nexus
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These preserves are a great way to enjoy your favorite fruit all year long. I made a batch of blueberry preserves in the summer, and I've been enjoying them all winter long. They're a great way to add a touch of sweetness to my oatmeal or yogurt, and


Mary Lord
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These preserves are a great way to add a touch of sweetness to your favorite foods without all the added sugar. I've been using them in my smoothies, and they're a great way to get a boost of fruit and fiber. I've also been using them to make sugar-f


Sydnei
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I'm a big fan of these sugar-free and pectin-free preserves. They're so versatile. I've used them on toast, yogurt, oatmeal, and even ice cream. They're also great for baking. I recently made a batch of sugar-free and pectin-free strawberry muffins,


Ricardo Balondo
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These preserves are a great way to use up ripe fruit. I made a batch with strawberries, and they turned out beautifully. The preserves are thick and flavorful, and they have a lovely red color. I've been using them on toast and yogurt, and they're de


Miss Laboni Sultana Miss Laboni Sultana
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I'm not a big fan of traditional preserves, but I really enjoyed these sugar-free and pectin-free preserves. They're not too sweet, and they have a nice tart flavor. I've been using them on pancakes and waffles, and they're delicious.


Elizabeth Mojekwu
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These preserves are a lifesaver for those of us who are watching our sugar intake. They're also great for people with pectin allergies. I've been using them for a few months now, and I'm really happy with the results.


tyby green
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I was skeptical at first, but these sugar-free and pectin-free preserves are surprisingly good! They're not as sweet as traditional preserves, but they have a nice natural flavor that I really enjoy. I've been using them on sandwiches and crackers, a


JAS gamming
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These sugar-free and pectin-free preserves are a game-changer! I've been looking for a way to enjoy my favorite fruit preserves without all the added sugar and pectin, and this recipe is perfect. The preserves are thick and flavorful, with just the r