Description
Spiced Plum Jam is a delightful homemade preserve that captures the essence of summer in every jar. The sweet-tart flavor of ripe plums, combined with warm spices such as cinnamon and allspice, transforms your breakfast into a gourmet experience. Spread it on toast, use it as a glaze for meats, or give it as an elegant gift?this jam is versatile and easy to make, ensuring it’s a favorite among family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs fresh ripe plums, pitted and chopped
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 0.5 tsp ground allspice
Instructions
- Wash, pit, and chop the plums into small pieces.
- In a large pot, combine the chopped plums, sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and allspice. Stir well.
- Cook over medium heat until the mixture reaches a gentle boil, stirring frequently.
- Reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes until thickened, stirring occasionally.
- Spoon the hot jam into sterilized jars, leaving some space at the top. Seal tightly with lids.
- Allow jars to cool completely before storing in the refrigerator or giving as gifts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Preserving
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tbsp (20g)
- 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