Description
Learn how to make a delicious small batch cherry jam at home with this easy and straightforward recipe. Perfect for spreading on toast or as a topping for desserts.
Ingredients
Scale
Fresh Cherries:
- 2 cups, pitted and halved
Granulated Sugar:
- 1 cup
Lemon Juice:
- 1 tablespoon
Lemon Zest:
- 1/2 teaspoon
Salt:
- Pinch
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruit: In a medium saucepan, combine the cherries, sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and salt. Let sit to macerate for 10–15 minutes.
- Cook the Mixture: Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring to a simmer. Mash the cherries for desired consistency.
- Thicken the Jam: Cook for 20–25 minutes until thickened. Test by chilling a spoonful to check consistency.
- Store the Jam: Let cool slightly, then transfer to a jar and refrigerate once completely cooled.
Notes
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- This recipe can be doubled or customized with vanilla extract or crushed raspberries for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
