Apricot Amaretto Jam Recipe

Ingredients for Apricot Amaretto Jam

• Dried Apricots
• 1/2 cup water
• Orange Rind
• Fresh Orange Juice
• Fresh Lemon Juice
• 1kg granulated sugar
• Slivered Almonds
• Amaretto

How to Make Apricot Amaretto Jam

1. Place 1kg ripe apricots and 1/2 cup water in a medium bowl, cover, and let stand overnight to soften.
2. Combine the apricot mixture and the zest of 1 orange (finely grated) in a large saucepan.
3. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
4. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for about 10-15 minutes, or until the apricots are very soft and easily mashed.
5. Add 1/4 cup orange juice, 1/2 cup lemon juice, and 1kg granulated sugar.
6. Stir over medium heat until the sugar completely dissolves. Do not let it boil at this stage.
7. Bring to a rolling boil, uncovered, and stir occasionally for about 30-40 minutes, or until the jam reaches setting point (a small amount placed on a chilled plate wrinkles when pushed with a finger).
8. Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup slivered almonds and 2 tablespoons of Amaretto liqueur.
9. Carefully pour the hot jam into hot, sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Seal immediately while hot and process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes to ensure proper sealing (optional, but recommended for long-term storage).