Chocolate Pear Jam

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
2%
Chocolate Pear Jam
90 min.
6
733kcal

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Indulge your taste buds with the delightful combination of rich chocolate and juicy pears in this easy-to-make Chocolate Pear Jam. Perfect for spreading on your morning toast, adding to a charcuterie board, or simply enjoying straight from the jar, this jam is a unique twist on traditional fruit preserves. Whether you're vegan, gluten-free, or just looking for a delicious condiment to elevate your culinary creations, this jam checks all the boxes while packing a flavorful punch.

The perfect balance of sweetness and depth, this jam brings together the lusciousness of ripe pears with the bold richness of extra-dark chocolate, creating a spread that's sure to impress. With just a hint of almond liqueur and extract, every spoonful resonates with a nutty undertone, enriching the experience even further. Simple enough for even beginner cooks, this recipe takes just 90 minutes, making it a great weekend project you can savor for months ahead.

Not only is this jam a feast for the palate, but it's also a beautiful gift for family and friends. Imagine presenting them with jars of your homemade Chocolate Pear Jam—it's a thoughtful way to share your passion for cooking! So gather your ingredients and get ready to make a batch of this delectable jam that will surely become a staple in your pantry. Enjoy it fresh for a burst of flavor or preserve it for future delights—either way, you're in for a treat!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup almonds such as amaretto
  • 0.5 teaspoon almond extract 
  • ounces chocolate 70% chopped (at least )
  • 3.5 cups granulated sugar 
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon freshly squeezed
  • 2.3 pounds pears juicy ripe
  • teaspoons premium fruit pectin 
  • teaspoons water (included in the Pomona's box)

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • ladle
  • whisk
  • pot

Directions

  1. Combine the sugar and pectin in a medium bowl and whisk to blend.
  2. Peel, core, and chop the pears.
  3. Transfer them to a food processor and pulse until they are coarsely pureed, about 10 pulses.
  4. Combine the pears, lemon juice, amaretto, calcium water, and almond extract (if using) in a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently.
  5. Add the sugar-pectin mixture and return the mixture to a full rolling boil. Boil for one minute.
  6. Remove the pot from the heat and skim any foam from the surface of the jam. Stir in the chocolate until melted and smooth.
  7. Ladle the hot jam into hot, clean jars. To preserve the jam, process it in a hot water bath for 10 minutes. The preserved jam will keep for up to a year on the shelf. Otherwise, store the jars in the refrigerator for up to two months.

Nutrition Facts

Calories733kcal
Protein1.96%
Fat16.06%
Carbs81.98%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.31
Glycemic Load
90.97
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
10.67695667951%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
3.65mg
Catechin
0.54mg
Epigallocatechin
1.16mg
Epicatechin
6.43mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.03mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.29mg
Eriodictyol
0.51mg
Hesperetin
1.47mg
Naringenin
0.17mg
Isorhamnetin
0.67mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Quercetin
1.49mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:733.1kcal
36.66%
Fat:13.69g
21.06%
Saturated Fat:6.05g
37.84%
Carbohydrates:157.16g
52.39%
Net Carbohydrates:148.32g
53.94%
Sugar:139.24g
154.71%
Cholesterol:0.71mg
0.24%
Sodium:12.88mg
0.56%
Alcohol:0.11g
100%
Alcohol %:0.04%
100%
Caffeine:18.9mg
6.3%
Protein:3.76g
7.52%
Fiber:8.84g
35.34%
Manganese:0.69mg
34.32%
Copper:0.64mg
31.95%
Magnesium:82.57mg
20.64%
Iron:3.47mg
19.29%
Vitamin C:11.25mg
13.63%
Vitamin E:1.88mg
12.56%
Phosphorus:122.72mg
12.27%
Potassium:423.37mg
12.1%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.18%
Vitamin K:9.21µg
8.77%
Zinc:1.17mg
7.78%
Calcium:50.67mg
5.07%
Folate:16.59µg
4.15%
Selenium:2.73µg
3.9%
Vitamin B3:0.75mg
3.75%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.57%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.89%
Vitamin B5:0.23mg
2.26%
Vitamin B12:0.07µg
1.1%
Vitamin A:52.48IU
1.05%