This Splenda Plum Conserve offers a delicious, lower-calorie alternative to traditional jams, making it an excellent choice for health-conscious cooks without sacrificing flavor. Using Freestone blue prune plums, the recipe delivers a deep, rich plum taste that is beautifully balanced by the bright acidity of fresh lemon zest and juice. The addition of plump raisins adds bursts of sweetness and chewy texture, while toasted chopped pecans provide a delightful crunch and nutty depth. Ideal for spreading on toast, yogurt, or pancakes, this conserve brings a homemade quality to your breakfast table. It is also versatile enough to be used as a topping for oatmeal or as a filling for pastries. The use of Splenda granular allows you to enjoy the fruit’s natural sweetness with reduced sugar content, catering to diabetic or low-sugar diets. The simple simmering method ensures the plums break down into a thick, jammy consistency while retaining some chunkiness for texture. This preserve stores well in the refrigerator, making it a convenient and flavorful addition to your pantry staples.
Splenda Plum Conserve
Description
This Splenda Plum Conserve offers a delicious, lower-calorie alternative to traditional jams, making it an excellent choice for health-conscious cooks without sacrificing flavor. Using Freestone blue prune plums, the recipe delivers a deep, rich plum taste that is beautifully balanced by the bright acidity of fresh lemon zest and juice. The addition of plump raisins adds bursts of sweetness and chewy texture, while toasted chopped pecans provide a delightful crunch and nutty depth. Ideal for spreading on toast, yogurt, or pancakes, this conserve brings a homemade quality to your breakfast table. It is also versatile enough to be used as a topping for oatmeal or as a filling for pastries. The use of Splenda granular allows you to enjoy the fruit's natural sweetness with reduced sugar content, catering to diabetic or low-sugar diets. The simple simmering method ensures the plums break down into a thick, jammy consistency while retaining some chunkiness for texture. This preserve stores well in the refrigerator, making it a convenient and flavorful addition to your pantry staples.Ingredients
Directions
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Wash the plums thoroughly, then quarter them and remove the pits. You should have approximately 10 cups of plum pieces.
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In a large saucepan, combine the plum pieces, raisins, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
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Add the Splenda granular and water to the saucepan. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
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Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sweetener.
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Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low to maintain a gentle simmer. Cook uncovered for approximately 30-40 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
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The conserve is ready when the plums are tender and the mixture has thickened to a jam-like consistency.
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Remove from heat and stir in the chopped pecans. Allow to cool slightly before transferring to jars.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 327.8kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 2.2g4%
- Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 7.8mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 79.4g27%
- Dietary Fiber 10.9g44%
- Sugars 68.7g
- Protein 5.3g11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Storage: Store the cooled conserve in airtight jars in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. For longer storage, you can freeze it in freezer-safe containers for up to 6 months.
Ingredient Note: Freestone plums are ideal because they are easy to pit. If unavailable, any firm plum variety can be used, though pitting may take longer.
Texture Tip: If you prefer a smoother conserve, you can mash some of the plums with a potato masher during the last 10 minutes of cooking.
Sweetener Adjustment: Taste the conserve before adding all the Splenda if you prefer a less sweet result, as plum sweetness varies by season and ripeness.
