Description
This Cherry Vanilla Jam combines the rich sweetness of ripe cherries with the warm, aromatic notes of vanilla, creating a delightful spread that’s perfect for toast or desserts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 Cups Sweet
- dark cherries* about 2.5 lbs
- 2 1/2 cups white sugar
- 3 Tbs lemon juice
- 1 vanilla bean
- split and seeds scraped or 3 tsp extract
- 1 packet low-sugar pectin* 49 g
- or a shallow 1/3 cup
Instructions
- Wash and pit the cherries, then place them in a large pot.
- Add the lemon juice and the sugar, stirring to combine.
- Split the vanilla bean, scrape the seeds into the pot, and add the pod as well (if using extract, add it later).
- Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently until the sugar is dissolved.
- Bring to a rapid boil and stir in the low-sugar pectin. Continue to boil for 1-2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly before pouring into sterilized jars.
- Seal the jars and process them in a water bath for 10 minutes for preservation.
Notes
Ensure your jars are properly sterilized to avoid spoilage. Use a candy thermometer to check if the jam reaches 220°F for perfect consistency.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Jam / Preserve
- Method: Stovetop boiling / canning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (20 g)
- Calories: 55 kcal
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 1 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Cherry Vanilla Jam, jam recipe, cherry preserve, homemade jam, dessert spread