Description
A delightful and aromatic Spiced Crabapple Jelly recipe perfect for fall, made with fresh crabapples and warm spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups crabapple juice (approximately 12-15 crabapples, juiced)
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 package (1.75 oz) fruit pectin (such as Sure-Jell)
- 5 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Wash the crabapples thoroughly, remove their stems, and cut them into quarters without peeling.
- Place the quartered apples in a large pot and add enough water to cover them. Simmer gently for about 30 minutes to extract the juice.
- Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth to obtain around 4 cups of crabapple juice.
- In a large saucepan, mix the crabapple juice, lemon juice, and fruit pectin. Stir and bring to a vigorous boil over medium-high heat, stirring continuously.
- Once boiling, add all the granulated sugar at once, stirring constantly until fully dissolved. Return to a rolling boil for exactly one minute.
- Remove from heat and incorporate the ground cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. Remove any foam that may have formed on the surface.
- Ladle the hot preserve into sterilized jars, leaving about 1/4 inch of space at the top. Clean the rims of the jars with a cloth.
- Secure the lids on the jars and tighten the bands until snug but not overly tight.
- Process the jars in a boiling water bath for 5-10 minutes to ensure proper sealing.
- Remove the jars and let them cool completely on a clean towel or cooling rack.
- Check the seals by pressing down in the center of each lid. If it springs back, refrigerate for use within a few weeks. Properly sealed jars can be stored in a cool, dark place for up to a year.
Notes
- Ensure crabapples are fresh for the best flavor.
- Use sterilized jars to prevent spoilage.
- Store sealed jars in a cool, dark place for longevity.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Preserves
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg