Apple Pie Jam Recipe

Introduction

Apple Pie Jam is a delightful twist on traditional apple pie flavors, captured in a sweet, spreadable jam. It combines tender cooked apples with warm spices, perfect for toast or desserts.

Ingredients

• 2½ to 3 pounds Golden Delicious apples (4-5 large apples)
• 1 cup water
• 5 cups granulated sugar
• ½ teaspoon butter
• 1 3-ounce pouch Sure-Jell Liquid Pectin
• 2 ½ teaspoons apple pie spice

Instructions

1. Step 1: Core, peel, and slice your apples until you have 2 pounds of sliced apples ready for cooking.
2. Step 2: Place the sliced apples and water in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven. Cover and bring to a boil, then cook for 8 to 10 minutes until the apples are tender, stirring frequently.
3. Step 3: After cooking, you should have about 4½ cups of soft apples. Drain any excess water if needed, as most will have evaporated during cooking.
4. Step 4: Add sugar and butter to the pot with the cooked apples. Stir constantly and bring to a full boil over high heat. Stir in the liquid pectin and continue boiling for 1 more minute, still stirring continuously.
5. Step 5: Remove the pot from the heat and skim off any foam with a spoon. Gently stir in the apple pie spice, taking care not to break the apple slices.
6. Step 6: Ladle the hot jam into 6 or 7 sterilized half-pint canning jars, leaving ¼-inch headspace. Remove air bubbles and wipe the rims clean. Place lids on jars and screw bands on until fingertip tight.
7. Step 7: Process jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes. Turn off heat and leave jars in hot water for 5 more minutes. Remove and let cool completely.
8. Step 8: Allow the jam to fully cool and firm up before serving. Enjoy it on buttered toast or warmed over vanilla ice cream for a cozy treat.

Tips & Variations

• Use Golden Delicious apples for natural sweetness and texture, but feel free to mix with Granny Smith for a tangier flavor.
• If you like a smoother texture, gently mash some of the cooked apples before adding sugar and pectin.
• Adjust the amount of apple pie spice to suit your taste or add a pinch of cinnamon for extra warmth.

Storage

Store unopened jars in a cool, dark place for up to one year. Once opened, keep refrigerated and consume within 3 weeks. Reheat gently before serving if desired.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of apple?

Yes, you can use other apple varieties, but the texture and sweetness may vary. Golden Delicious offers a sweet, tender consistency ideal for jam.

Do I need to use Sure-Jell Liquid Pectin?

Using liquid pectin helps the jam set properly. Without it, the jam may be runnier. If preferred, you can try using powdered pectin, adjusting quantities according to the package instructions.

Apple Pie Jam Recipe

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• Author: Simon
• Total Time: 40 minutes
• Yield: 6 to 7 half-pint jars 1x
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

Delight in the cozy flavors of homemade Apple Pie Jam, crafted from tender cooked Golden Delicious apples, warm apple pie spice, and a perfect balance of sweetness. This jam captures the essence of classic apple pie in a spreadable, shelf-stable form perfect for toast, desserts, and more.

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Ingredients

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Fruits

• 2½ to 3 pounds Golden Delicious apples (4–5 large apples)

Liquid

• 1 cup water

Sweeteners & Additives

• 5 cups granulated sugar
• ½ teaspoon butter
• 1 3-ounce pouch Sure-Jell Liquid Pectin
• 2 ½ teaspoons apple pie spice

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Instructions

1. Prepare Apples: Core, peel, and slice the apples until you have 2 pounds of sliced apples ready for cooking.
2. Cook Apples: Place the sliced apples and 1 cup of water in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven. Cover and bring to a boil, then cook for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until apples are tender.
3. Drain Excess Water: After cooking, you should have about 4½ cups of cooked apples. Drain any excess water if necessary since most will have evaporated.
4. Add Sugar and Butter: Return cooked apples to pot if drained. Add 5 cups granulated sugar and ½ teaspoon butter. Stir constantly and bring to a full rolling boil over high heat.
5. Incorporate Pectin and Boil: Stir in the 3-ounce pouch of liquid pectin and continue to boil vigorously for another 1 minute while stirring constantly.
6. Finish Jam: Remove from heat and skim off any foam with a spoon. Gently stir in 2 ½ teaspoons apple pie spice, taking care not to break the cooked apple slices.
7. Jar the Jam: Ladle the hot mixture into 6 or 7 sterilized half-pint canning jars, leaving ¼-inch headspace. Remove air bubbles, wipe rims clean, and seal with sterilized lids and bands fingertip tight.
8. Process Jars: Use a water bath canning method to process jars for 10 minutes. Afterward, turn off heat and leave jars in hot water for an additional 5 minutes before removing to cool completely.
9. Cool and Serve: Let jars cool completely; the jam will firm as it cools. Enjoy on buttered toast or warm it slightly to spoon over vanilla ice cream.

Notes

• Use Golden Delicious apples for the best balance of sweetness and texture.
• Ensure jars and lids are sterilized properly to prevent spoilage.
• Do not skip the butter—it helps reduce foaming during boiling.
• Adjust apple pie spice to taste if you prefer a more or less spiced jam.
• The jam will thicken more as it cools, so don’t be alarmed if it seems slightly runny when hot.
• Store sealed jars in a cool, dark place and refrigerate after opening.

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Category: Condiment
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: American

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