Description
Indulge in the sweet, summery goodness of homemade Apricot Jam! This classic recipe captures the vibrant flavor of ripe apricots and requires only three simple ingredients: fresh apricots, sugar, and lemon juice. Perfect for spreading on warm toast, swirled into yogurt, or even used as a glaze for meats, this jam is versatile and delightful. With no pectin needed, you can easily enjoy the essence of summer year-round. Gift it to friends or savor it yourself; either way, this apricot jam is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.5 kg fresh apricots
- 1.8 kg granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Rinse apricots under running water, halve them, remove pits, and chop into smaller pieces.
- In a large pot, combine chopped apricots, water, and lemon juice. Stir gently.
- Cook over medium heat until simmering; stir occasionally for about 10 minutes.
- Mash the mixture slightly with a potato masher to enhance flavor release.
- Gradually mix in sugar until fully dissolved. Increase heat and boil for approximately 45 minutes.
- Test for doneness by placing a spoonful on a cold plate; if it holds shape after cooling, it's ready.
- Pour hot jam into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace, seal tightly, and store.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Preserving
- Cuisine: Classic
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (20g)
- Calories: 55
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg