Easy Homemade Apricot Jam Recipe

Ingredients

• 8 cups fresh apricots - peeled, pitted, and crushed
• 0.25 cup lemon juice
• 6 cups white sugar

Instructions

1. Gather all the necessary ingredients for your apricot jam.
2. Combine apricots and lemon juice in a large pot over medium heat. Add sugar and stir until it fully dissolves, slowly bringing the mixture to a boil.
3. Continue to cook and stir the apricot mixture until it thickens to your desired consistency, approximately 25 minutes. Remove from heat and skim off any foam if needed.
4. Prepare your jars: Sterilize five 1-pint jars, lids, and rings using a dishwasher or boiling water bath. Keep lids in simmering water until needed for sealing.
5. Carefully ladle the hot apricot jam into the hot, sterilized jars, leaving about 1/4 inch of headspace at the top. Use a knife or thin spatula to release any trapped air bubbles.
6. Clean the rims of the jars with a damp paper towel to ensure a proper seal. Place lids on top, then screw on the rings until snug, but not too tight.
7. Place a rack in a large stockpot, then fill the pot halfway with water. Bring the water to a boil, then gently lower the filled jars into the pot, leaving a 2-inch space between each jar. Add more boiling water, if needed, to ensure the water level is at least 1 inch above the jars. Bring the water back to a full boil, cover the pot, and process for 15 minutes.
8. Carefully remove the jars from the stockpot and place them on a cloth or wood surface, spaced apart, until completely cool. Check the seal by pressing the center of each lid. If the lid doesn't move, the seal is tight. Store the sealed jars in a cool, dark place.

Nutrition

• Calories: 105 kcal
• Fat Content: 0 g
• Fiber Content: 1 g
• Sugar Content: 26 g
• Sodium Content: 0 mg
• Protein Content: 0 g
• Carbohydrate Content: 27 g
• Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g