Caramel Apple Jam Recipe
A delicious homemade Caramel Apple Jam, perfect for spreading on toast or using as a topping for desserts.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 6 cups Apples, peeled and diced Use a variety like Honeycrisp or Gala
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- 0.5 cup Brown Sugar Packed
- 0.5 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Ground
- 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg Ground
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine the diced apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, water, and lemon juice.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly to prevent sticking.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 25-30 minutes, or until the apples are soft and the jam has thickened.
- Stir in the cinnamon and nutmeg. Continue to simmer for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly. The jam will thicken as it cools.
- Transfer the jam to sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Seal the jars and process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes.
Notes
Store in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year. Once opened, refrigerate and use within 2 weeks.