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Pear And Chocolate Jam Recipe

This Pear and Chocolate Jam is a surprisingly delightful twist on a classic! Imagine the smooth sweetness of pears perfectly complemented by the rich intensity of dark chocolate – it's a flavor combination that will leave you speechless. This recipe, originally found on grouprecipes.com, creates a luxuriously thick jam, perfect for spreading on toast, biscuits, or even as a decadent filling for pastries. Make this festive holiday treat for Christmas and impress your family and friends with this unique and unforgettable jam.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 476.4 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pear And Chocolate Jam

  • Lemon, Juice Of
  • 1.5 lbs ripe pears
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • Bittersweet Chocolate

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How to Make Pear And Chocolate Jam

  1. Place a small plate in the freezer.
  2. Peel, core, and dice 1.5 lbs ripe pears (or use a food processor).
  3. In a large saucepan, combine the diced pears with 1/4 cup lemon juice.
  4. Add 1 cup granulated sugar and bring to a rolling boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly.
  5. Reduce heat to low, and simmer for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  6. While the pear mixture simmers, finely chop 4 oz of good quality dark chocolate (70% cacao or higher).
  7. After 20 minutes of simmering, remove the chilled plate from the freezer. Place a small spoonful of jam onto the plate.
  8. Let it sit for a few seconds. If the jam runs, continue simmering for a few more minutes and repeat the test until the jam sets to your desired consistency.
  9. Once the jam reaches the desired consistency, stir in the chopped chocolate until melted and fully incorporated.
  10. Remove from heat and let the jam cool slightly.
  11. Carefully transfer the jam into sterilized jars. Leave ½ inch headspace.
  12. Seal the jars tightly and process in a boiling water bath for 12 minutes (or follow recommended processing time for your jars).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

459g

Fat

0g

Carbs

41g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Occasion Low Protein Healthy 5 Ingredients Or Less Jams And Preserves Canning Condiments Etc Fruit Easy Holiday Event Kid Friendly Low Fat Chocolate Dietary Gifts Low Sodium Low Cholesterol Low Saturated Fat Low In Something Technique Water Bath