Fragrant Plum Jam for Sweet Treats
Plum jam gently simmered with sugar to bring out its lovely color and aroma.
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This sweet and tangy homemade fruit jam is made by simmering less-sweet plums with sugar. After mashing and straining the fruit through a sieve, it is gently cooked down to a smooth consistency that pairs wonderfully with bread or milk.
- Servings
- about 10–12 servings
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Spiciness
- Not spicy
Ingredients
- Plum50, 2 kg
- Sugar600 (550 ml)
Steps
Even though they looked so fresh and pretty, they weren't very sweet.
Wash them thoroughly and drain the water.
Put the plums and sugar into a large pot and turn on the heat.
Even without adding water, plenty of liquid forms from the plums' own juices and the sugar. Cook until the plums can be easily mashed.
About 5 minutes after it starts boiling should be enough.
Strain out the plum skins and pits through a sieve. The flesh breaks down easily, so it strains quickly.
Pour the strained plum mixture into a heavy-bottomed pot and bring it to a boil. Once it starts boiling, simmer gently over low heat.
If it gets too thick, it can turn hard once cooled, so stop simmering when it still feels slightly soft.
Let it cool, transfer to a glass jar, and keep it in the refrigerator to enjoy.
Ppunwife's tips
- If it gets too thick, it can turn hard once cooled, so stop simmering when it still feels slightly soft.
FAQ
Do I need to add water when boiling the plums?
You do not need to add water because plenty of liquid is released as the plums release their moisture and the sugar melts.
How do I know when the jam has reached the right consistency to turn off the heat?
The jam will firm up as it cools, so it is best to finish simmering while it still looks slightly soft in the pot.
How do I store the finished plum jam?
Let it cool completely, transfer it to a glass jar, and store it in the refrigerator.
