Apple Preserves
A delightful recipe for preserving the essence of autumn with homemade apple preserves, perfect for toast, pancakes, or various dishes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Preserving
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups apples, peeled and chopped
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
- Canning jars
Instructions
- Prep your apples by peeling and chopping them into bite-sized pieces.
- Mix the chopped apples, sugar, and water in a large pot, stirring well.
- Let the mixture sit for about 15 minutes to release natural juices.
- Place the pot over medium heat and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
- Check for doneness after 20-30 minutes by testing the consistency on a plate.
- Remove from heat and ladle the hot preserves into sterilized canning jars.
- Process the jars in a water bath for about 10 minutes to seal.
- Listen for the “pop” sound as jars cool, indicating they’ve sealed properly.
Notes
Experiment with different spices or fruits for variations in flavor. Ensure jars are clean and sterilized before canning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: apple preserves, canning, autumn recipes, homemade jam, apple recipes
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