Description
This vibrant apricot pineapple jam is sweet, tangy, and bursting with summer flavor—perfect for toast, yogurt, or gifting.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Jam Ingredients:
- 4 cups chopped fresh apricots (about 2 pounds, pitted)
- 2 cups crushed pineapple (fresh or canned in juice, well-drained)
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 5 cups granulated sugar
Optional Add-ins:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
Instructions
- Prep the Fruit: Wash, pit, and chop apricots. Drain and chop pineapple if fresh or frozen. Measure all ingredients.
- Mix and Macerate: In a large pot, combine apricots, pineapple, lemon juice, and sugar. Let sit for 10 minutes.
- Cook the Mixture: Heat over medium-high, stirring until sugar dissolves and mixture bubbles.
- Mash and Simmer: Use a masher or spatula to break down fruit. Simmer for 20–30 minutes, stirring often.
- Check for Doneness: Jam should reach 220°F or pass the cold spoon wrinkle test.
- Add Flavor Boosters: Stir in vanilla or ginger if using. Remove from heat.
- Jar the Jam: Ladle hot jam into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4-inch headspace. Wipe rims and seal.
- Water Bath Process: Process jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes.
- Cool and Store: Let jars cool undisturbed for 12–24 hours. Label and store.
Notes
- Use slightly underripe apricots for more natural pectin.
- For sugar alternatives, consider honey or coconut sugar for fridge/freezer jam.
- Store sealed jars in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year. Refrigerate after opening.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Boiling/Water Bath
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Tbsp
- Calories: 52 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 1 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg