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Cherry Jam Recipe

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This homemade cherry jam recipe captures the vibrant, sweet-tart flavor of fresh cherries with a simple blend of sugar and lemon juice. Perfect for spreading on toast, dolloping on yogurt, or using in desserts, this jam is made by cooking down pitted cherries with sugar until thickened, then optionally mashing for texture before jarning. A straightforward stovetop recipe that yields a luscious, preserve-perfect jam.

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Ingredients

  • 6 cups fresh cherries, washed, stems and pits removed
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Prep cherries: Wash the cherries thoroughly. Remove the stems and pits carefully, then set aside the prepared fruit.
  2. Combine ingredients: In a heavy-bottomed pot, place the pitted cherries. Add the granulated sugar and fresh lemon juice. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to allow the sugar to draw out the cherries’ natural juices.
  3. Boil: Over medium heat, bring the mixture to a boil while stirring continuously to dissolve the sugar. Once dissolved, increase the heat to medium-high and let it boil gently, stirring frequently, for about 10-15 minutes. Test jam consistency by placing a small drop on a chilled plate—if it wrinkles and holds shape, it’s ready.
  4. Mash: Remove the pot from heat. For a smoother jam, use an immersion blender to lightly mash the cherries, leaving some chunks for texture if desired.
  5. Jar: Carefully ladle the hot jam into clean, sterilized jars and seal immediately. Allow jars to cool at room temperature before refrigerating.

Notes

  • Using fresh lemon juice helps balance the sweetness and helps preserve the jam.
  • Test jam consistency by cooling a small amount on a chilled plate—the surface should wrinkle when pushed.
  • Store jam in the refrigerator once jars have cooled completely; it should keep for several weeks.
  • You can adjust the sugar quantity based on your preferred sweetness.
  • Ensure jars and lids are sterilized to prevent spoilage.

Keywords: cherry jam, homemade jam, cherry preserves, fruit jam, stovetop jam, simple jam recipe

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