Savor the Season with Apple Cider Spiced Jam
This golden hued, apple cider spiced jam is studded with chunks of fresh apple and brimming with cinnamon sticks. Boil a jar (or 2!) of this cozy jam up and serve as an accompaniment on your holiday cheese board, slathered on a piece of toast, or brushed over pork loin before baking.
This recipe for apple cider spiced jam features uncomplicated, nutritious components and is brimming with the delightful essence of autumn. As temperatures drop, the delectable combination of apples and cinnamon evokes feelings of warmth and contentment associated with comforting cuisine. When the Harvest season reaches its pinnacle, apple cider becomes readily accessible and serves as a delectable foundation for this exquisite apple cider spiced jam recipe.
Make this apple cider infused jam and savor the flavor of Fall deep into the cold winter months. Whether you preserve or refrigerate your homemade fruit jam, this apple infused treat is the perfect warm up for winter weather!
This recipe makes 2 quarter pints or 1 half pint portion. I love making preserves and pantry stable reserves, but canning can be daunting when you are make a batch of 12 pint jars in one go! This recipe is perfect for that last bit of cider in the gallon jug and only uses 1 apple. Of course…if you are feeling ambitious the below recipe can doubled or even tripled.
Simple Ingredients Produce Stunning Results in this Apple Jam Recipe:
Sugar, cinnamon, mace, fresh apple, and apple cider are the main ingredients in this recipe. This recipe also uses a small amount of fresh lemon citrus juice and Sure-Jell to set the jam before canning.
Apple Cider Spiced Jam: This fruit jam recipe has simple, wholesome ingredients and is bursting with Fall flavors. As the weather cools, the taste and smell of apples and cinnamon is synonymous with cozy and comforting food. Apple cider is readily available during peak Harvest season and provides a delicious, flavor-filled base for this apple cider spiced jam recipe. The recipe yields 2 quarter pints or 1 half pint portion, making it ideal for smaller batches. However, if you’re feeling ambitious, the recipe can easily be doubled or tripled. Enjoy the versatility of this homemade apple cider jam, whether it’s spread on toast, served on a holiday charcuterie board, or used in other creative ways.
This Spiced Jam Has many Different Uses:
- Make a festive cheese board filled with meats, crackers and fresh fruit, add this to top the cheeses and flavor everything with a cozy and spiced condiment.
- Simply slather onto bread for a cinnamon and apple treat! Skip the apple butter, this recipe is bursting with fruit forward flavor!
- Use as a baste for oven roasted meats, the cinnamon and sugar in the jam create a delicious glaze when brushed onto pork roasts just before they are removed from the oven.
Storage for Apple Cider Jam:
This recipe is shelf stable and can be pantry kept for 1 year if the lids on jars remains sealed. If you are storing in refrigerator and skipping the canning process, it will keep for 2 weeks.
In conclusion, making apple cider jam is a delightful way to preserve the flavors of fall. This recipe not only brings a unique twist to your pantry but also adds a touch of warmth to your breakfast table. I encourage you to give it a try and experience the joy of homemade jam. If you have any questions or thoughts about your own apple cider jam adventures, please share in the comments below! I’d love to hear from you!
How should I store apple cider spiced jam to keep it fresh?
To keep your apple cider spiced jam fresh, store it in a cool, dark place like a pantry. Once opened, transfer it to the refrigerator and consume it within two to three weeks for the best flavor and quality.
Can I freeze apple cider spiced jam for long-term storage?
Yes, you can freeze apple cider spiced jam! Pour it into an airtight container or freezer-safe jar, leaving some space at the top for expansion. It can be stored in the freezer for up to a year.
What is the shelf life of homemade apple cider spiced jam?
Homemade apple cider spiced jam can last up to one year if properly canned and sealed. Once opened, it should be refrigerated and used within two to three weeks for optimal taste.
Apple Cider Spiced Jam
Equipment
- Canning Tongs
- 2 ¼ pint canning jars with coordinating rings, rubber lids or ½ pint jar.
- Stock Pot
Ingredients
- 1 cup Sugar, white
- 1 ½ cup Apple Cider flat, non-carbonated
- 1 10 oz. Apple preferably Macoun variety or similiar
- ¼ Ground mace
- 1 Cinnamon Stick about 4-5 inches in length
- 1 tsp Fresh Lemon Juice
- 1 tbsp Sure-Jell pectin
Instructions
Apple Cider Jam
- Peel apple and cut into ¼ cubes.
- In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, add sugar and cider, stir together.
- Bring cider mixture to boil, lower stove temperature to medium and add apple cubes, mace and cinnamon stick, stir to combine.
- Cook for 15 minutes, letting the mixture thicken.
- Remove cinnamon stick from mixture.
- Add sure-jell and stir to incorporate fully. Let mixer thicken over stove for 3 more minutes.
Canning Process
- Add enough water to cover jars in stock pot and bring to boil
- Sterilize canning jars in hot water bath and wipe dry. Keep water at a boil, you will use this to finalize your canning process.
- Spoon jam into prepared jars and seal with lids.
- Process jars in water bath for 10 minutes.
- Using tongs, remove jars and allow to cool on cloth laid on counter top.
- The lids should "pop" as the jars cool, meaning the tops of the jars are fully sealed and your apple cider jam is ready for pantry storage.
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Savor the Harvest: Share the Joy of Homemade Apple Cider Jam!
This jam recipe looks so good!