Perfect Sour Cherry Jam

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
1%
Perfect Sour Cherry Jam
60 min.
4
669kcal

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There's something truly magical about homemade jam, and nothing captures that essence quite like the Perfect Sour Cherry Jam. Bursting with vibrant flavors and a delightful balance of tartness and sweetness, this jam is a must-try for anyone who loves to preserve the taste of summer. Crafted with fresh sour cherries, each spoonful transports you to sun-drenched orchards, making it the ideal condiment for toast, yogurt, or even as a unique addition to your favorite desserts.

What sets this recipe apart is its lightning-fast preparation time—you can whip up a batch in just 60 minutes! It's perfect for those who want to indulge in the joy of canning without investing hours in the kitchen. Plus, with only a handful of ingredients, you’ll have a simple and rewarding cooking experience that’s both vegetarian and gluten-free, making it suitable for a wide range of dietary preferences.

As you gather your ingredients, imagine the aroma of cherries simmering, filling your kitchen with a delightful scent. The addition of freshly squeezed lemon juice brightens the flavor, while Pomona's Universal Pectin ensures the perfect consistency without any artificial additives. And with a caloric breakdown that leans heavily towards carbohydrates, this jam is a sweet treat you can feel good about enjoying.

Dive into this wonderful preservation project and savor the taste of summer all year round with your homemade Perfect Sour Cherry Jam!

Ingredients

  • pints cherries sour
  • 2.3 cups granulated sugar 
  • tablespoon juice of lemon freshly squeezed
  • 2.3 teaspoons premium fruit pectin 
  • 0.3 teaspoon butter unsalted
  • teaspoons water (included in the Pomona's packet)

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • ladle
  • pot

Directions

  1. Combine the sugar and pectin in a medium bowl.
  2. Pit the cherries and transfer them to the work bowl of a food processor. Pulse the cherries 8 to 10 times, until they are coarsely chopped but not pureed. Measure 4 cups of the cherry puree and transfer to a large, heavy bottomed pot. (Discard any remaining cherries or reserve for another use.)
  3. Add the lemon juice and bring to a simmer. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until the cherry pieces have softened and are beginning to break down, about 10 minutes.
  4. Stir the calcium water and the butter into the pot with the cherries and bring the mixture to a boil.
  5. Add the sugar-pectin mixture and return the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly. Boil hard for one minute.
  6. Remove the pot from the heat and skim any foam from the surface of the jam with a cold metal spoon. Ladle the jam into hot sterilized jars and process them in a hot water bath for 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories669kcal
Protein2.12%
Fat1.69%
Carbs96.19%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.02
Glycemic Load
89.39
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
8.407391368371%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
107.21mg
Pelargonidin
0.96mg
Peonidin
5.32mg
Catechin
15.47mg
Epigallocatechin
1.21mg
Epicatechin
17.74mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.18mg
Eriodictyol
0.18mg
Hesperetin
0.54mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Isorhamnetin
0.18mg
Kaempferol
0.85mg
Myricetin
0.18mg
Quercetin
8.14mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:668.78kcal
33.44%
Fat:1.34g
2.06%
Saturated Fat:0.3g
1.86%
Carbohydrates:171.6g
57.2%
Net Carbohydrates:163.89g
59.6%
Sugar:157.79g
175.33%
Cholesterol:0.67mg
0.22%
Sodium:6.93mg
0.3%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.79g
7.57%
Vitamin C:26.29mg
31.87%
Fiber:7.7g
30.81%
Potassium:794.22mg
22.69%
Manganese:0.26mg
12.77%
Copper:0.23mg
11.68%
Magnesium:39.33mg
9.83%
Vitamin B6:0.18mg
8.8%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.28%
Iron:1.41mg
7.84%
Phosphorus:74.96mg
7.5%
Vitamin B5:0.71mg
7.15%
Vitamin K:7.47µg
7.12%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.46%
Calcium:47.87mg
4.79%
Vitamin A:235.24IU
4.7%
Folate:14.98µg
3.75%
Vitamin B3:0.55mg
2.75%
Zinc:0.28mg
1.83%
Vitamin E:0.26mg
1.74%