Description
Homemade Plum Jelly is a sweet, delightful treat that captures the essence of ripe plums, making it a perfect addition to your breakfast table or dessert spread. This easy-to-make recipe allows you to enjoy the vibrant flavors of summer all year round. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create a luscious jelly that’s not only delicious but also customizable—allowing you to adjust sweetness or experiment with different fruit varieties. Whether you’re spreading it on toast, using it in desserts, or gifting it to friends, this homemade plum jelly is sure to impress!
Ingredients
- 5 pounds ripe plums
- 1–1/2 cups water
- 1 (1.75 ounce) box fruit pectin
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 6–1/2 cups granulated sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the plums by slicing them in half and removing the pits. Place them in a stockpot with 1-1/2 cups of water.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then cover and simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Strain the juice through a colander and then through a fine mesh strainer to ensure clarity.
- Return approximately 5-½ cups of juice to the stockpot. Add fruit pectin and butter.
- Bring to a hard rolling boil, stir in sugar quickly, and continue boiling for one minute before removing from heat.
- Skim foam off the top and ladle into clean jars.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (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
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in spices like cinnamon or ginger during cooking. Experiment with different fruit combinations for unique jelly flavors.