Apricot Jam Recipe: A Family Favorite
This recipe will guide you through how to make apricot jam at home. It is easy, delicious, and fun to make!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 cups
- Category: Jam
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds ripe apricots, pitted and chopped
- 4 cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
Instructions
- Combine apricots, sugar, and lemon juice in a large, heavy-bottomed pot.
- Stir well and let sit for 30 minutes, allowing the sugar to dissolve and the fruit to macerate.
- Place the pot over medium-high heat and bring to a rolling boil, stirring constantly to prevent sticking.
- Once boiling, continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the jam reaches the setting point (approximately 10-15 minutes). To test for setting point, place a small spoonful of jam on a chilled plate and let it cool for a minute. If it wrinkles when you push it with your finger, it’s ready.
- Remove from heat and skim off any foam from the surface.
- Ladle the hot jam into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace.
- Wipe the rims of the jars clean and place sterilized lids and rings on top.
- Process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes.
- Remove jars from the water bath and let them cool completely. Check for a proper seal (the lid should be concave and not flex when pressed).
Notes
For a smoother jam, you can use an immersion blender to puree the apricots before cooking. Store in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year.
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