A rich and spiced homemade jam that captures the flavors of autumn with tart apples and buttery caramel.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 half-pint jars
- Category: Jam
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
6 cups tart apples, peeled and finely chopped
2 cups brown sugar, packed
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/2 cup water
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1/4 tsp salt
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 (1.75 oz) package fruit pectin
Instructions
1. Toss chopped apples with lemon juice.
2. Melt sugars, water, and salt in a pot until bubbling.
3. Add apples and spices; stir frequently until soft.
4. Stir in pectin and bring to a rolling boil for 1 minute.
5. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
6. Ladle into jars and seal properly.
Notes
Use Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for best results.
Stir constantly to prevent burning the caramel.
Store in the fridge for 3 weeks or process for shelf stability.