Description
Discover the ultimate homemade cherry jam recipe with fresh cherries, sugar, and lemon juice. This easy-to-follow recipe ensures a delightful, sweet spread for your breakfast toast or dessert topping. Perfectly balanced with a hint of tartness, this jam is a must-try for any cherry lover.
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh cherries, pitted
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
Instructions
- Combine cherries and sugar in a large pot.
- Stir in lemon juice and bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened (about 20-25 minutes).
- Test the jam by placing a small amount on a chilled plate; if it wrinkles, it's ready.
- Pour the jam into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace, and seal.
- Process jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes.
- Allow jars to cool completely at room temperature.
Notes
- Ensure jars and lids are properly sterilized to prevent contamination.
- Adjust sugar to taste if using sweeter or less sweet cherries.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Jam & Preserves
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg