Cherry Jam Recipe Without Pectin and Low Sugar
Indulge in the delightful flavors of homemade cherry jam with this easy Cherry Jam Recipe Without Pectin and Low Sugar. This recipe captures the natural sweetness of ripe cherries while allowing you to control the sugar content, making it a guilt-free treat. Perfect for spreading on toast, drizzling over pancakes, or adding a fruity touch to desserts, this jam is both versatile and simple to make. With just three main ingredients and no need for pectin, you’ll have a deliciously fresh preserve ready in no time. Experience the joy of crafting your own cherry jam—your taste buds will thank you!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 cups sweet cherries (pitted and chopped)
- 2.5 cups sugar (can adjust from 2.5 to 3 cups)
- 5 tablespoons lime juice (or lemon juice)
Instructions
- Wash and pit the cherries, then chop them roughly.
- In a large stock pot, combine chopped cherries with ½ cup water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then simmer for 15 minutes.
- Stir in sugar and lime juice; return to a rolling boil while stirring constantly for about 25 minutes until thickened.
- Test consistency using the 'sheeting' method with a metal spoon.
- Pour hot jam into sterilized jars, wipe rims, seal, and process in a hot water bath for 15 minutes.
- Allow jars to cool completely before storing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 43
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg