Homemade Plum Jam Without Pectin
This easy recipe for plum jam celebrates the natural sweetness of ripe plums without the need for pectin.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 80 minutes
- Yield: 4 cups 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 cups of ripe plums (washed and pitted; about 4 lbs.)
- 5 cups of granulated sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the plums by chopping them into quarters and placing them in a large pot.
- Add sugar evenly over the plums and stir gently, then let sit for 30 minutes.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 15-20 minutes until sugar dissolves and plums soften.
- Mash the plums to your desired consistency and continue to simmer for 20-30 minutes to thicken.
- Test for doneness using the plate test; if it holds its shape, it’s ready.
- Can your jam by sterilizing jars and filling them while hot, ensuring proper seals.
Notes
Feel free to substitute other stone fruits or adjust the sugar for desired sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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