Cherry Jam – Sugar Free
Savor the delicious essence of summer with this Sugar-Free Cherry Jam recipe! Bursting with the natural goodness of fresh cherries, this jam offers a delightful treat that's light on calories. Each tablespoon-sized serving contains just 12 calories!Made with fresh, pitted cherries, a touch of lemon juice for brightness, and optional fruit pectin for a perfect consistency, this jam is both simple to prepare and incredibly flavorful. Whether you enjoy it spread on toast, layered in yogurt, or as a topping for desserts, its homemade taste will elevate any dish.
Ingredients
- 560 gram Cherries – Sweet Cherries measure after pitting
- 7 gram Sure-Jell Premium Fruit Pectin for Less or No Sugar Needed Recipes Optional but helps thicken jam
- 150 ml/gram Water
- 10 ml/gram Lemon juice
- Optional: Sweetener equivalent to 70 grams sugar such as Stevia or other sugar substitutes; adjust according to taste I do not use any
Instructions
Prepare the Cherries:
- Wash the cherries thoroughly.
- Pit and chop the cherries into small pieces.
Cook the Cherries:
- In a large pot, combine the chopped cherries and the water to the pot.
- Gradually stir in the pectin.
Boil the Mixture:
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly.
- Once it reaches a rolling boil (a boil that doesn’t stop bubbling when stirred), boil for 5 minutes, continuing to stir.
Sweeten (Optional):
- If using a sweetener, add it now and stir well to combine.
- Return the mixture to a boil and boil for an additional minute.
Check for Doneness:
- The jam will thicken as it cooks. To check if it’s done, place a small amount on a chilled plate. If it wrinkles when pushed, it's ready. Once nearly done, add lemon juice.
Cool and Store:
- Remove the pot from the heat and let the jam cool slightly.
- Transfer the jam to clean, airtight containers.
- Let the jam cool to room temperature before sealing the containers.
- Store the jam in the refrigerator. It will continue to thicken as it chills.
Tips:
- This jam will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.
- You can also freeze the jam for longer storage. Just be sure to leave some space at the top of the container for expansion.
- Adjust the amount of sweetener to your taste. Some people may prefer a sweeter or less sweet jam.
- Enjoy your sugar-free cherry jam on toast, yogurt, or as a topping for desserts!
