12 Exquisite Apricot Jam Recipes with Almonds
Source: Proxima13, AdobeStockWhen it comes to unique winter preserves, apricot jam with almonds deserves special mention. Not the most obvious, but a wonderfully harmonious combination – it truly captivates from the first spoonful. We're sharing 12 recipes on how to properly prepare this delightful treat!
1. Apricot Half Jam with Almonds
Source: ideireceptov.ruIf foam appears during cooking, always skim it off.
You will need: 1 kg apricots, 800 g sugar, 100 g almonds, 60 ml water.
Preparation: Halve the apricots, discard the pits, cover the fruit with sugar, and let sit for 2 hours. Blanch the almonds in boiling water for 10 minutes and peel them. Add them to the apricots, pour in the water, and bring everything to a boil. Simmer the mixture for half an hour over low heat, stirring occasionally, then seal in sterilized jars.
2. Five-Minute Apricot Jam with Almonds
Source: ideireceptov.ruHow can we do without the classic method of cooking in three five-minute intervals?
You will need: 1 kg apricots, 800 g sugar, 100 g almonds.
Preparation: Remove the pits from the apricots, chop them as desired, and cover with sugar for a couple of hours. Then add the peeled almonds, bring the mixture to a boil, and cook for 5 minutes. Let it cool completely, then cook for another 5 minutes. And once more, exactly the same way. Seal the apricot jam in sterilized jars.
3. Apricot Jam with Almonds and Vanilla
Source: honey-way.ruYou can adjust the amount of vanilla sugar to your taste.
You will need: 3 kg apricots, 2 kg sugar, 2 sachets vanilla sugar, 400 ml water, 400 g almonds.
Preparation: Mix water with sugar and bring to a boil, then cook the syrup until smooth. Chop pitted apricots as desired and mix them with almonds and vanilla sugar. Pour the syrup over everything and let it cool completely.
Bring the mixture to a boil and remove from heat. Let it cool again, then bring to a boil again – repeat this 5-6 times until desired consistency. Seal the jam in sterilized jars.
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4. Apricot Jam with Almonds and Lemon
Source: ru.wallpaper.mob.orgLemon adds a much-needed tartness to sweet apricots, preventing the jam from being overly cloying.
You will need: 2 kg apricots, 250 g almonds, 1.5 kg sugar, 1 lemon.
Preparation: Remove the pits from the apricots. Blanch the lemon in boiling water and finely chop it with the peel or blend it. Add to the apricots, cover everything with sugar, and let sit for 2 hours.
Then add the almonds, add a little water if there's not enough juice, and bring everything to a boil. Cook the jam for about 30-40 minutes over minimal heat, stirring, and seal in sterilized jars.
5. Apricot Jam with Almonds and Orange
Source: youla.ruAnother variation of jam with pleasant citrus notes.
You will need: 1 kg apricots, 800 g sugar, 1-2 oranges, 120 g almonds.
Preparation: Zest the oranges and squeeze the juice. Add sugar and bring the syrup to a smooth consistency. Chop the apricots as desired, add the almonds, pour the orange syrup over them, and let the mixture cool. Bring it to a boil, simmer for half an hour over low heat, and seal in sterilized jars.
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6. Apricot Jam with Almonds and Lavender
Source: omtea.ruThis extraordinary preserve can even be given as a gift to loved ones for holidays.
You will need: 1 kg apricots, 800 g sugar, 1 tbsp dried lavender, 100 g almonds.
Preparation: Blanch the almonds in boiling water and peel them. Chop the apricots as desired, cover with sugar, and let sit for 2 hours. Add the almonds, bring the jam to a boil, and cook for 5 minutes. Let it cool completely, then cook for another 5 minutes. Let it cool again, add the lavender, cook for another 5 minutes, and seal the jam in sterilized jars.
7. Apricot Jam with Almond Flakes
Source: 1001voyagesgourmands.comThis jam has a more delicate texture, without distinctly prominent nuts.
You will need: 1 kg apricots, 500 g sugar, 100 g almond flakes.
Preparation: Remove the pits from the apricots, chop them as desired, cover them with sugar, and let sit for 1 hour. Bring the mixture to a boil, add the almond flakes, and cook the jam for 10 minutes over low heat. Seal it in sterilized jars.
8. Quick Apricot Jam with Almonds
Source: passionforum.ruThis jam requires a long initial steeping, but then cooks in a matter of minutes.
You will need: 1.2 kg apricots, 600 g sugar, 100 g almonds.
Preparation: Blanch the almonds in boiling water for half an hour and peel them. Halve the apricots and discard the pits. Mix all ingredients and leave the mixture covered overnight. Bring the jam to a boil, cook for 7-10 minutes, and seal in sterilized jars for winter.
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9. Apricot Jam with Almonds and Vodka
Source: ideireceptov.ruThe vodka won't be noticeable in the finished jam, but it improves its preservation.
You will need: 1.5 kg apricots, 2 lemons, 4 tbsp vodka, 750 g sugar, 200 g almonds.
Preparation: Remove the pits from the apricots, squeeze lemon juice over them, cover with sugar, and let sit for a couple of hours. Add the peeled almonds, bring the mixture to a boil, and cook for up to an hour over minimal heat. A couple of minutes before the end, pour in the vodka and seal the finished jam in sterilized jars.
10. Apricot Jam with Almonds and Thyme
Source: aroma-avenue.ruThis recipe requires fresh thyme, but it's worth it.
You will need: 500 g pitted apricots, 300 g sugar, 1 orange, 1 bunch thyme, 1/2 cup almonds.
Preparation: Cover the apricots with sugar and add orange juice with zest. Strip the leaves from a few thyme sprigs and add them. Tie the remaining sprigs with string and place them together.
Let everything sit for a couple of hours covered, then add the peeled almonds. Bring the jam to a boil and cook for 5 minutes. Let it cool and cook for another 5 minutes. And once more. The last time, remove the bunch of thyme and seal the hot jam in sterilized jars.
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11. Apricot Jam with Almonds in a Multicooker
Source: malinika.ruThe finished jam can be eaten immediately or sealed in sterilized jars.
You will need: 1.5 kg apricots, 100 ml water, 2 pinches citric acid, 800 g sugar, 200 g almonds.
Preparation: Chop the apricots as desired and cover with sugar for 2 hours. Add water, citric acid, and peeled almonds. Cook the jam for 1 hour on the "Stew" mode with the lid closed or on the "Bake" mode with the lid open.
12. Apricot Jam with Almonds and Rosemary
Source: ok.ruThis preserve is complemented by a variety of aromatic herbs.
You will need: 1 kg apricots, 120 g almonds, 800 g sugar, 1 lemon, 1 bunch rosemary.
Preparation: Chop pitted apricots as desired. Add sugar, lemon juice and zest, and a tied bunch of rosemary. Let everything sit for 2 hours, then add the almonds. Bring the jam to a boil and cook for half an hour. Remove the bunch of rosemary and seal the jam in sterilized jars.
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