Apple Jam Recipe
A delightful homemade apple jam recipe made with Bramley apples, sugar, lemon juice, and a hint of cinnamon. This easy-to-make jam is gently simmered to achieve a thick, glossy texture, perfect for spreading on toast or adding to desserts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Approximately 4 to 5 medium jars (about 1.2 liters) 1x
- Category: Preserves
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1kg Bramley apples, peeled, cored and chopped
- 250g caster sugar
- ½ lemon, juiced
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 350ml water
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Peel, core, and chop 1kg of Bramley apples to get them ready for cooking. Juice half a lemon and set aside.
- Start Simmering: Place a small plate into the freezer to chill. In a large saucepan, combine the chopped apples, caster sugar, and 350ml of water. Bring this mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring to help dissolve the sugar.
- Cook Apples: Simmer the mixture gently for about 30 minutes, stirring regularly until the apples have softened and collapsed, creating a thick base for the jam.
- Add Lemon and Cinnamon: Stir in the lemon juice and add the cinnamon stick. Continue to simmer gently for another 2 to 3 minutes to infuse the flavors and thicken the jam further.
- Test Thickness: Remove the chilled plate from the freezer and drop a small amount of the jam mixture onto it. Let it stand for a few seconds to see if it firms up. If the jam remains runny, return the saucepan to heat and simmer for an additional 10 to 15 minutes.
- Final Test and Jar: Repeat the plate test by putting the plate back in the freezer, then dropping a fresh amount of jam on it. Once it is thick and set, remove the cinnamon stick and pour the hot jam into clean, sterilized jars.
- Seal and Store: Seal the jars properly and store them in a cool, dry place. The jam will keep for up to three months unopened. Once opened, refrigerate and consume within one month.
Notes
- Use Bramley apples for their perfect balance of tartness and natural pectin, which helps jam set.
- Ensure jars are thoroughly sterilized to prevent spoilage.
- Adjust sugar quantity to taste but be aware that sugar also acts as a preservative.
- The plate test is crucial to check jam setting without a thermometer.
- Add more lemon juice if you prefer a tangier jam.
- Remove cinnamon stick before bottling to avoid overpowering flavor.
- Store unopened jars in a cool, dry place away from sunlight to maximize shelf life.
Keywords: apple jam, homemade jam, Bramley apples, cinnamon apple jam, preserve recipe
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