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Sour Cherry Jam

A simple and flavorful recipe that's sure to be a favorite.

Servings: 3 cups
Calories: 818 kcal
Course: Condiments

Ingredients

  • 6 cups pitted sour cherries
  • 2.5 cups sugar

Instructions

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  1. Prepare a boiling water bath and 3 - 250 ml jars as per our canning basics post. Place the lids in a small saucepan, cover them with water, and simmer over very low heat.
  2. Stir together cherries and sugar in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently. Boil rapidly for 20-40 minutes (time will depend on the size of pot, etc), until it passes the wrinkle test*.
  3. Remove the pot from the heat and ladle the jam into the prepared jars. Wipe the rims, apply the lids and rings, and process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes. Or put into jars/tupperware and freeze for up to 6 months.
  4. Turn off canner, then carefully lift jars out and set on a towel on the counter to cool. Let sit 24 hours, then check that all have sealed. Label and store in a cool place.

Notes

  • Wrinkle Test: Place a small plate in the freezer while you make your jam. Once you think the jam is ready place a dollop on the frozen plate and return to the freezer for two minutes. Remove the plate from the freezer and push through the jam with your finger, there should be a slight film on top that wrinkles as you push. If it’s not ready yet, boil it for a few more minutes and repeat the test.

Nutrition Information

Calories 818kcal (41%) Carbohydrates 210g (70%) Protein 2g (4%) Sodium 1mg (0%) Potassium 612mg (17%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 201g (402%) Vitamin A 175IU (4%) Vitamin C 19.3mg (21%) Calcium 36mg (4%) Iron 1.1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 3cups

Amount Per Serving

Calories 818

% Daily Value*

Calories 818kcal 41%
Carbohydrates 210g 70%
Protein 2g 4%
Sodium 1mg 0%
Potassium 612mg 13%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 201g 402%
Vitamin A 175IU 4%
Vitamin C 19.3mg 21%
Calcium 36mg 4%
Iron 1.1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.