Source: Ricka_kinamoto, AdobeStockBright, aromatic, and very healthy cornelian cherry jam is a real find for winter. We share the best recipes for making this perfect treat! It will take a little time and patience, but it's definitely worth it. Don't forget to sort through the berries to remove any spoiled ones!
1. Classic Cornelian Cherry Jam
Source: AdobeStockA basic recipe that you can't go wrong with.
You will need: 2 kg cornelian cherries, 1 kg sugar.
Preparation: Pour water over the cornelian cherries, boil for 30-40 minutes, drain the berries in a colander and let them cool. Then mash the cornelian cherries through a sieve, add sugar and a little of the remaining decoction until desired consistency is reached. Bring the mixture to a boil, simmer for about 30 minutes over low heat, and seal in sterilized jars.
2. Cornelian Cherry Jam without Water
Source: AdobeStockSweet and thick jam – perfect with tea, pastries, or desserts.
You will need: 2 kg cornelian cherries, 3 kg sugar.
Preparation: Blanch the cornelian cherries in boiling water for just a few seconds. Then cover them with sugar and bring to a boil over low heat, then remove and let the mixture cool for 10-12 hours. After that, bring to a boil again and seal the jam in sterilized jars.
3. Cornelian Cherry Jam with Pits
Source: AdobeStockMake sure to let the berries dry after washing them.
You will need: 2 kg cornelian cherries, 3 kg sugar, 500-600 ml water.
Preparation: Sort and wash the cornelian cherries. Blanch them in boiling water for just 1 minute. Separately, boil a syrup from water and sugar, add the cornelian cherries to it and cook for 5-7 minutes, skimming off the foam. Let the mixture cool and cook for another 5 minutes, and then again. After the third cooking, seal the jam in sterilized jars.
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4. Cornelian Cherry Jam with Cinnamon
Source: AdobeStockA little cinnamon gives the jam an even more wonderful aroma and aftertaste.
You will need: 1 kg cornelian cherries, 400 g sugar, 2 cinnamon sticks, 500 ml water.
Preparation: Remove the pits from the cornelian cherries, cover the berries with sugar and leave overnight. Then pour in water, add cinnamon and bring everything to a boil. Cook the mixture over low heat until the liquid is reduced by about half. Seal the jam in sterilized jars.
5. Cornelian Cherry Jam with White Wine
Source: AdobeStockSweet or semi-sweet wine is ideal for this recipe.
You will need: 2 kg cornelian cherries, 2 kg sugar, 700 ml white wine, 300 ml water.
Preparation: Pour water over the cornelian cherries, bring to a boil, then remove from heat and cover for 1 hour. Mash the berries through a sieve and mix the resulting puree with wine and sugar. Bring to a boil again and cook the jam for about 30 minutes over low heat, stirring. Seal it in sterilized jars.
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6. Cornelian Cherry Jam with Apples
Source: AdobeStockA preserve that will definitely diversify your homemade tea party.
You will need: 1.5 kg apples, 1 kg cornelian cherries, 1 kg sugar, 200 ml water.
Preparation: Peel and slice the apples, pour in half of the water and cook for half an hour over low heat. Then mash the apples into a puree using any convenient method. Cook the cornelian cherries with the remaining water for 10 minutes and mash through a sieve. Mix both preparations, add sugar and bring the mixture to a boil. Cook the jam for 10-15 minutes, stirring, and seal in sterilized jars.
7. Cornelian Cherry Jam with Apricots
Source: AdobeStockAn ideal recipe for gardeners who have harvested seasonal crops.
You will need: 2 kg cornelian cherries, 1 kg apricots, 3 kg sugar, 5 cups water.
Preparation: Halve the apricots. Pour boiling water over the cornelian cherries for 15 minutes, then drain the berries in a colander. Boil a syrup from water and sugar, and add the berries and fruits to it. Bring the jam to a boil, remove from heat and let it cool completely. Then bring to a boil again, cook until desired thickness and seal in sterilized jars.
8. Cornelian Cherry Jam with Lemon
Source: AdobeStockIf desired, also add your favorite spices, such as cinnamon or cardamom.
You will need: 1.8-2 kg cornelian cherries, 3 cups sugar, 100 g lemon, 6 cups water.
Preparation: Pour water over the cornelian cherries, bring to a boil, cook for 15 minutes and drain in a colander. When the berries cool, remove the pits. Mix the remaining decoction, lemon juice, and sugar, bring this syrup to a boil and cook for 5 minutes, stirring. Add the cornelian cherries to it, cook everything together for another 20-25 minutes and seal the jam in sterilized jars.
9. Cornelian Cherry Jam in a Multicooker
Source: AdobeStockQuick, convenient, and nothing will burn!
You will need: 2 kg cornelian cherries, 2-2.5 kg sugar, 200 ml water.
Preparation: Blanch the cornelian cherries in boiling water and remove the pits. Place the berries in the multicooker bowl, cover with sugar and leave for 5-8 hours. Then pour in water and cook the jam for about 1 hour, using the "Stew" mode. After that, immediately seal it in sterilized jars.
10. Cornelian Cherry Jam with Zest and Mint
Source: AdobeStockAnother refreshing jam option that will leave no one indifferent.
You will need: 2 kg cornelian cherries, 1.5 kg sugar, 1 lemon, 10 g mint, 2 cups water.
Preparation: Sort and wash the cornelian cherries. Squeeze juice from the lemon and remove the zest. Mix sugar, water, and lemon juice, bring to a boil and cook until the sugar dissolves. Add the cornelian cherries and zest to the resulting syrup, cook for 20 minutes and let the jam cool. Then cook it for another 20 minutes and seal in sterilized jars.
11. Raw Cornelian Cherry Jam
Source: AdobeStockStore the finished jam in the refrigerator or another dark and cold place.
You will need: 1 kg cornelian cherries, 1 kg sugar.
Preparation: Mash the cornelian cherries with a potato masher and strain through a sieve. Thoroughly mix the resulting preparation with sugar until it dissolves and spread the jam into sterilized jars.
12. Five-Minute Cornelian Cherry Jam
Source: AdobeStockIf you want the berries to remain whole, soak them in water with a spoonful of baking soda for 1 hour, then rinse.
You will need: 2 kg cornelian cherries, 2 kg sugar, 200 ml water.
Preparation: Cover the cornelian cherries with sugar, pour in water, bring to a boil and cook for 5 minutes over low heat, stirring. Seal the jam in sterilized jars. If you want softer berries, let the mixture cool, then cook for another 5 minutes. After that, repeat this step a third time, and only then seal in jars.