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Caramel Apple Jam

Caramel Apple Jam: A Cozy Taste of Autumn Bliss

This Caramel Apple Jam captures the essence of fall festivities, transforming the classic caramel-dipped apple into a luscious spread.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Processing Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 jars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Jam Base
  • 6 cups finely chopped apples (mix of Granny Smith and Honeycrisp) Peeled and cored
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Adjust based on taste preference
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar Can substitute with dark brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Optional: add nutmeg for extra flavor
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice Freshly squeezed recommended
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg Optional for stronger flavor
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness
For the Flavor Boost
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract Pure for best taste
  • 1/2 cup caramel sauce Store-bought or homemade

Equipment

  • Heavy-bottomed saucepan
  • Sterilized jars
  • Immersion blender or potato masher

Method
 

Directions
  1. Prepare the apples by peeling, coring, and finely chopping about six cups of a mix of tart and sweet apples. Set aside.
  2. Combine chopped apples, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a heavy-bottomed saucepan.
  3. Cook the mixture on medium-high heat until it boils, then reduce to medium-low and simmer for about 25 minutes, stirring regularly.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and caramel sauce until fully incorporated.
  5. Blend the jam to your desired texture using an immersion blender or potato masher.
  6. Jar the jam while hot, leaving half an inch of space at the top, then secure lids tightly.
  7. Process sealed jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes for long-term storage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1jarCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 52gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 45gVitamin C: 15mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use a mix of tart and sweet apples. Properly sterilize your jars before filling to ensure freshness.

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