Plum Jam Recipe

Transform your homegrown plums into a delectable holiday gift with this easy plum jam recipe! While the recipe requires some standing time, the actual hands-on work is minimal. This Bon Appetit classic (December 1982) yields a rich, flavorful jam perfect for spreading on toast or gifting to loved ones. Get ready to impress!

Prep Time 60 mins
Cook Time 4380 mins
Calories 649 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Plum Jam

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How to Make Plum Jam

  1. Wash plums thoroughly and carefully make a slit in the sides of each plum using a sharp knife.
  2. Remove and discard the pits, leaving the plums whole.
  3. Arrange the plums in the bottom of a heavy, non-aluminum saucepan.
  4. Add 4 cups of sugar, 1/4 cup lemon juice, and the zest of 1 lemon to the plums.
  5. Set aside in a cool area overnight (or for at least 8 hours).
  6. Next morning, bring the plum mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally.
  7. Remove from heat and stir gently.
  8. Set aside in a cool area for 1 day (or at least 12 hours).
  9. The next morning, bring the plum mixture to a boil over medium-high heat again, skimming off any foam that rises to the surface.
  10. Carefully remove the fruit from the saucepan using a slotted spoon and set aside.
  11. Boil the remaining liquid until it reaches the thread stage (a small amount dropped from a spoon should form a thin thread).
  12. Add the reserved fruit back to the syrup and return to a boil for 1 minute.
  13. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
  14. Carefully ladle the jam into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace.
  15. Seal the jars tightly and process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes (for pints) or 15 minutes (for quarts) to ensure proper sealing and shelf stability.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

646g

Fat

0g

Carbs

55g

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