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Autumn in a Jar: Your Guide to Perfect Homemade Apple Jam

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This homemade apple jam captures the essence of autumn in a jar. With just three simple ingredients – apples, sugar, and lemon juice – it offers a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. The chunky texture and rich apple flavor make it a versatile spread that’s delicious on toast, pastries, or even as a glaze for meats.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 lbs chopped apples about 16 cups when peeled, cored, and cut into 1/4 to 1/2-inch dice
  • 4 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Combine diced apples, sugar, and lemon juice in a large bowl. Mix gently and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  2. Before cooking, place a small plate in the freezer for gel testing later.
  3. Strain the macerated fruit, reserving the liquid. Boil the reserved liquid in a saucepan, then add the apple pieces.
  4. Cook over medium-high heat for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching.
  5. To test for gel consistency, remove the frozen plate from the freezer and place a small amount of jam on it. Return the plate to the freezer for 1 minute. If the jam wrinkles when pushed with your finger, it’s ready. If not, continue cooking and test again in 5-minute intervals.
  6. Once desired consistency is reached, remove from heat.
  7. Fill sterilized jars with hot jam, leaving 1/4-inch headspace.
  8. Process in a water bath canner, by boiling the jars in hot water for 10 minutes, then let sit in the hot water for an additional 5 minutes.
  9. Remove jars and let cool completely before checking seals.

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