Cherry Almond Jam Recipe

A delightful homemade cherry almond jam recipe! Perfect for beginner jam makers, this recipe is easy enough for the kids to help with (pitting the cherries is a fun family activity!). Get ready to savor the sweet and tangy taste of summer, preserved in beautiful jars. Make a few batches – you won't regret it!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 674.1 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cherry Almond Jam

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How to Make Cherry Almond Jam

  1. Combine 4 cups pitted fresh cherries, 1 cup almond slivers, 1/2 cup lemon juice, and 1/4 cup almond extract in a large saucepan.
  2. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly to prevent sticking.
  3. Gradually add 4 cups granulated sugar, stirring constantly until the sugar is completely dissolved and the mixture begins to thicken slightly.
  4. Continue to boil for 2 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent scorching, until the jam reaches setting point (a small amount placed on a chilled plate should wrinkle when pushed with a finger).
  5. Remove the jam from the heat and skim off any foam that has formed on the surface.
  6. Ladle the hot jam into sterilized, hot jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace at the top.
  7. Wipe the rims of the jars clean, then seal with lids and rings.
  8. Process the filled jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes at altitudes up to 1000 feet (adjust processing time according to altitude – consult a canning guide for higher altitudes).
  9. Remove jars from the canner and let cool completely. You should hear a satisfying 'pop' sound as the jars seal.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

650g

Fat

0g

Carbs

58g