Remaking Soft Jams Recipe

Give your soft or runny jams a second life with this easy canning technique! Perfect for rescuing slightly overripe fruit preserves or transforming store-bought jams into perfectly set delights. This recipe is adapted from a trusted canning resource and provides simple steps for achieving that satisfyingly firm jam texture.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 17.3 kcal
Protein 0g
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 Remaking Soft Jams

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How to Make Remaking Soft Jams

  1. **Assess your jam:** Determine how many cups of soft jam or jelly you need to re-work. This recipe is for each cup of existing jam.
  2. **Prepare your ingredients:** For each cup of jam, gather the following additions (see ingredients list below).
  3. **Combine:** Gently combine your soft jam/jelly with the corresponding amount of added ingredients in a large, heavy-bottomed pot.
  4. **Bring to a rolling boil:** Over medium-high heat, bring the mixture to a rolling boil. Reduce heat slightly to maintain a gentle boil.
  5. **Boil for 1 minute:** Once at a rolling boil, continue to boil for exactly 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent sticking. The mixture should start to thicken.
  6. **Prepare your jars:** While the jam boils, sterilize your canning jars and lids according to your preferred method. Ensure they are completely hot and dry.
  7. **Ladle into jars:** Carefully ladle the hot jam into the sterilized jars, leaving about 1/4 inch headspace at the top.
  8. **Seal and process:** Wipe the jar rims clean, place lids and rings, and tighten fingertip tight. If processing in a water bath canner, follow recommended guidelines based on your jars and altitude to ensure a proper seal. Otherwise, let the jars cool to room temperature and check for seals (lids should be concave).
  9. **Enjoy!:** Once the jars have cooled completely and sealed properly, enjoy your perfectly set, revived jams!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

0g

Carbs

1g