Mary’S Apricot Pineapple Jam

This homemade apricot pineapple jam captures the essence of tropical sunshine in every spoonful. The natural sweetness of dried apricots melds perfectly with the bright acidity of crushed pineapple, creating a complex flavor profile that is both lush and refreshing. Unlike many commercial jams, this recipe relies on the fruit's own juices and a simple sugar ratio to achieve a thick, glossy consistency without artificial thickeners. It spreads beautifully on warm toast, crumpets, or biscuits, adding a burst of color and flavor to your morning routine. Beyond breakfast, this versatile preserve makes an excellent topping for yogurt, ice cream, or vanilla bean cake. It is also a thoughtful, homemade gift for holidays and special occasions, easily packaged in small jars for friends and family.

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Sauces & Condiments

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 5

Calories: 67.0

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Description

This homemade apricot pineapple jam captures the essence of tropical sunshine in every spoonful. The natural sweetness of dried apricots melds perfectly with the bright acidity of crushed pineapple, creating a complex flavor profile that is both lush and refreshing. Unlike many commercial jams, this recipe relies on the fruit's own juices and a simple sugar ratio to achieve a thick, glossy consistency without artificial thickeners. It spreads beautifully on warm toast, crumpets, or biscuits, adding a burst of color and flavor to your morning routine. Beyond breakfast, this versatile preserve makes an excellent topping for yogurt, ice cream, or vanilla bean cake. It is also a thoughtful, homemade gift for holidays and special occasions, easily packaged in small jars for friends and family.

Ingredients

1 pound Dried apricots
1 lg Can crushed pineapple

Directions

1
Cut the dried apricots into small pieces.
2
Place the cut apricots in a bowl and cover them with the juice from the can of crushed pineapple.
3
Let the apricots soak in the pineapple juice overnight to soften.
4
The next morning, combine the soaked apricots, pineapple juice, and the crushed pineapple in a heavy-bottomed saucepan.
5
Measure the volume of the fruit mixture and add an equal amount of sugar (e.g., 1 cup of sugar for 1 cup of mixture).
6
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring to a boil, stirring frequently.
7
Reduce heat to maintain a steady simmer and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens significantly.
8
Once thickened, remove from heat and immediately ladle the hot jam into sterilized jars.
9
Seal the jars with paraffin wax or lids while still hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 5

Amount Per Serving
Calories 67.0kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.5g1%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 1.4mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 15.7g6%
Dietary Fiber 2.6g11%
Sugars 12.9g
Protein 1.7g4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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