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Delicious Apple Pie Jam Recipe

4.7 from 55 reviews

This Delicious Apple Pie Jam recipe combines the classic flavors of apple pie into a sweet, spiced jam that’s perfect for spreading on toast or adding to desserts. Made with fresh apples, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice, it captures the comforting essence of apple pie in a jar.

Ingredients

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Fruit

  • 6 cups peeled, cored, and finely chopped apples (about 6 medium)

Sweeteners and Liquids

  • 4 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 cup apple cider or apple juice

Spices and Seasonings

  • 1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground allspice
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Sterilize Jars: Begin by boiling your jars and lids in water to sterilize them thoroughly. Once sterilized, keep them warm until you are ready to fill them with jam to ensure proper preservation.
  2. Cook Jam: In a large pot, combine the chopped apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, salt, lemon juice, and apple cider or juice. Stir the mixture well to evenly distribute the ingredients. Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook the jam for 30 to 40 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking, until the mixture has thickened.
  3. Test Doneness: To check if the jam is ready, place a spoonful on a chilled plate and let it sit for about a minute. If it gels and holds its shape slightly when you push it with your finger, the jam is done.
  4. Jar and Process: Carefully ladle the hot jam into the warmed jars, leaving about ¼-inch of headspace at the top. Wipe the rims of the jars clean to ensure a good seal, then apply the sterilized lids. Process the filled jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes to preserve the jam safely.
  5. Cool: Remove the jars from the water bath and let them cool completely at room temperature. Once cooled, check that the seals are secure. Store the sealed jars in a cool, dark place for future use.

Notes

  • Use firm, tart apples like Granny Smith or a mix of sweet and tart varieties for balanced flavor.
  • Stir frequently during cooking to avoid burning the jam at the bottom of the pot.
  • If you prefer a smoother jam, you can mash the apples slightly or use a food processor before cooking.
  • Proper sterilization and processing are essential for safe preservation if you plan to store the jam for extended periods.
  • Once opened, refrigerate the jam and consume within 3 weeks.

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