Quick Grape Jelly Recipe

Whip up this incredibly easy grape jelly from the Southern Living tradition! Using bottled grape juice, this recipe requires minimal prep and cook time, making it perfect for last-minute gifts or your first foray into homemade preserves. Learn how to make this delicious, homemade jelly using the hot water bath canning method.

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 30 mins

Calories 756.8 kcal

Protein 1g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Quick Grape Jelly

Unsweetened Grape Juice
7 cups granulated sugar
Liquid Pectin

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How to Make Quick Grape Jelly

Combine 4 cups grape juice and 7 cups sugar in a large Dutch oven.
Bring to a rolling boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly to dissolve the sugar.
Stir in 1 package (1 3/4 oz) liquid pectin.
Continue to boil hard for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
Remove from heat and skim off any foam with a metal spoon.
Quickly ladle the hot jelly into sterilized half-pint jars, leaving 1/2 inch headspace.
Wipe the jar rims clean with a damp cloth.
Center lids on jars and screw on bands until fingertip tight.
Process in a boiling water bath for 5 minutes (adjust processing time according to your altitude - consult a canning guide for specifics).
Turn off heat and let jars sit in the canner for 5 minutes after processing time. Then remove jars and let them cool completely. You should hear a 'pop' sound as the jars seal.