Pineapple-Apricot Jam

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Pineapple-Apricot Jam
25 min.
80
50kcal

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Indulge in the delightful sweetness of our Pineapple-Apricot Jam, a vibrant and fruity spread that will elevate your breakfast and snack game! This jam is not only a treat for your taste buds but also caters to a variety of dietary preferences, being vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free. With just 25 minutes of your time, you can create a batch that serves up to 80 people, making it perfect for gatherings, brunches, or simply to enjoy at home.

The combination of juicy crushed pineapple and tender dried apricots creates a luscious texture, while the maraschino cherries add a pop of color and a hint of nostalgia. This jam is versatile enough to be used as a condiment for your favorite dishes, a dip for snacks, or a spread on toast and pastries. Each serving is only 50 calories, allowing you to indulge without guilt!

Whether you're looking to impress guests at a party or simply want to savor the taste of summer all year round, this Pineapple-Apricot Jam is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. So gather your ingredients, grab your Dutch oven, and let’s get cooking! Your taste buds will thank you for this delicious homemade treat.

Ingredients

  • ounces maraschino cherries drained
  • 20 ounces pineapple crushed undrained canned
  • ounces apricot dried cut into fourths ( 1 cup)
  • 0.3 cup water 
  • 3.5 cups sugar 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • ounces premium fruit pectin (from 6-ounce package)

Equipment

  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Chop cherries; set aside.
  2. Heat reserved cherry syrup, the pineapple, apricots and water to boiling in Dutch oven, stirring occasionally; reduce heat. Cover and simmer about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until apricots are tender.
  3. Stir in sugar, lemon juice and cherries.
  4. Heat to rolling boil over high heat, stirring occasionally. Boil and stir 1 minute; remove from heat. Stir in pectin.
  5. Immediately pour mixture into hot, sterilized jars or freezer containers, leaving 1/2-inch headspace. Wipe rims of jars. Seal immediately; cool. Refrigerate or freeze up to 3 months. Thaw before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories50kcal
Protein0.88%
Fat0.94%
Carbs98.18%

Properties

Glycemic Index
1.29
Glycemic Load
6.5
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
0.50130434593429%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.02mg
Hesperetin
0.05mg
Naringenin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:50.11kcal
2.51%
Fat:0.06g
0.08%
Saturated Fat:0g
0.02%
Carbohydrates:13.03g
4.34%
Net Carbohydrates:12.62g
4.59%
Sugar:11.71g
13.01%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:2.62mg
0.11%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.12g
0.23%
Fiber:0.41g
1.63%
Vitamin A:81.18IU
1.62%
Copper:0.02mg
1.16%
Vitamin C:0.83mg
1.01%