Source: Bit24, AdobeStockWe are all used to cherry preserves, but that's far from the only option. For example, wonderful homemade jam can also be made from sweet cherries. On the one hand, they are very similar, but on the other, they are completely different. Take note of our 15 recipes!
1. Cherry Jam through a Meat Grinder
Source: gdekartinki.ruYou'll have to spend extra time removing all the pits from the cherries. But the jam will be so delicious!
You will need: 1 kg sweet cherries, 600 g sugar.
Preparation: Remove the pits from the sweet cherries and pass the berries through a meat grinder. Add sugar, bring to a boil, simmer the jam for 20-25 minutes over low heat, and seal in jars.
2. Cherry Jam with Citric Acid
Source: uspeh-dacha.ruCitric acid gives the jam a wonderful tartness, preventing it from being too sweet.
You will need: 1 kg sweet cherries, 800 g sugar, 0.5 tsp citric acid.
Preparation: Remove the pits from the sweet cherries, cover with sugar, and leave for a couple of hours. Bring to a boil, simmer for a couple of minutes, and blend with an immersion blender. Add citric acid, bring to a boil again, and simmer the jam over low heat until desired thickness. Seal in sterile jars for winter storage.
3. Cherry Jam with Lemon
Source: pinterest.comLemon not only provides a citrus aftertaste but also improves the preservation of the jam.
You will need: 1 kg sweet cherries, 3 cups sugar, 1/2 lemon.
Preparation: Remove the pits from the sweet cherries and blend them. Add sugar, mix, and leave the mixture for a couple of hours. Bring to a boil and simmer the jam for half an hour until thickened. A couple of minutes before the end, add lemon juice and a little zest to taste.
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4. Cherry Jam in a Multicooker
Source: pixelrz.comTo avoid standing by a hot stove for a long time, use a multicooker.
You will need: 1 kg sweet cherries, 500 g sugar.
Preparation: Sort the sweet cherries, remove the pits, and blend them. Mix with sugar and pour into the multicooker bowl. Bring to a boil on any suitable mode with the lid open, then switch to "Stew" mode for 30-40 minutes and close the multicooker. Seal the jam in sterile jars.
5. Cherry Jam with Gelatin
Source: theaustinartisan.comTo make a thick jam without prolonged boiling, try adding gelatin.
You will need: 500 g sweet cherries, 300 g sugar, 7 g gelatin, 3 g citric acid, 100 ml water.
Preparation: Remove the pits from the sweet cherries and blend the berries. Add citric acid and sugar, bring to a boil, and simmer for 20 minutes over low heat. Dissolve gelatin in water according to instructions. Remove the jam from heat, add gelatin, stir until dissolved, and seal everything in sterile jars.
6. Cherry and Sour Cherry Jam
Source: dofood.ruTogether, these berries create a completely new flavor!
You will need: 700 g sweet cherries, 700 g sour cherries, 700 g sugar.
Preparation: Remove the pits from all the berries and blend half of them. Add sugar, bring the mixture to a boil, and reduce until thick for about 30-40 minutes. Seal the jam in sterile jars for winter storage.
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7. Cherry Jam with Pectin
Source: baking-academy.ruA quick and easy cooking method that any hostess will appreciate.
You will need: 40 g pectin, 1.5 kg sweet cherries, 1 kg sugar.
Preparation: Remove the pits from the sweet cherries. Mix pectin with 4 spoons of sugar, and add the remaining sugar to the berries and blend. Bring to a boil and simmer for 20 minutes. Add pectin, stirring. Simmer the jam for another 2-3 minutes and pour into sterile jars.
8. Cherry Jam with Gelfix
Source: sad-i-dom.comYou can also use another gelling mixture of this type – there are quite a few available now.
You will need: 700 g sweet cherries, 350 g sugar, 100 ml water, 20 g Gelfix.
Preparation: Remove the pits from the sweet cherries and blend the berries with water. Mix Gelfix with a couple of spoons of sugar, add to the berry puree, mix, and bring to a boil. Add the remaining sugar, simmer the jam for 10 minutes, and seal in sterile jars.
9. Yellow Cherry Jam
Source: ideireceptov.ruThe most delicious recipe is made from light yellow varieties – sweeter, but with a less intense flavor.
You will need: 400 g sweet cherries, 160 g sugar, 1/2 lemon, 0.5 tsp vanilla sugar.
Preparation: Remove the pits from the sweet cherries, add the sliced lemon and all the sugar, bring to a boil, and simmer for 20 minutes. Remove the lemon pieces, and blend everything else. Simmer the jam for another 5-10 minutes and seal in sterile jars.
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10. Cherry Jam with Orange
Source: rutube.ruIt turns out especially delicious with juicy red sweet cherries.
You will need: 600 g sweet cherries, 1 orange, 300 g sugar.
Preparation: Remove the pits from the sweet cherries, cover the berries with sugar, bring to a boil, and simmer until soft. Blend, bring to a boil again, and simmer for another 30 minutes. 10 minutes before the end – add orange juice and zest. Pour the jam into sterile jars.
11. Cherry and Peach Jam with Rose Petals
Source: dzen.ruAn amazing preserve for true gourmets. Optionally, add a couple of spoonfuls of vermouth during cooking.
You will need: 400 g yellow sweet cherries, 500 g peaches, 700 g sugar, 7 tbsp lemon juice, 15 rose petals.
Preparation: Finely chop the peaches, remove the pits from the sweet cherries, cover everything with sugar, and add lemon juice. Simmer for 10 minutes after boiling, add rose petals, and simmer for another couple of minutes. Seal the jam in sterile jars.
12. Sugar-Free Cherry Jam
Source: mycooktes.ruThis jam is especially good with white sweet cherries, as they are sweeter than regular ones.
You will need: 2.5 kg sweet cherries, 1 lemon, 150 ml water, 2 pinches vanilla.
Preparation: Remove the pits from the sweet cherries, add water and vanilla, and bring to a boil. Simmer for 25 minutes, let the mixture cool, and add the arbitrarily sliced lemon. Simmer for another half an hour and seal the jam in sterile jars.
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13. Cherry Jam with Agar-Agar
Source: ideireceptov.ruAnother classic way to thicken jam, this time also suitable for vegans.
You will need: 1 kg sweet cherries, 1.5 tsp agar-agar, 600 g sugar.
Preparation: Remove the pits from the sweet cherries, cover them with sugar, leave for a couple of hours, and blend. Bring the mixture to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes. Mix agar-agar with the same amount of sugar and add to the jam, stirring. Simmer the jam a little longer over low heat until thickened and pour into sterile jars.
14. Cherry and Strawberry Jam
Source: pro-orehi.ruPerhaps one of the most aromatic jams in the entire selection!
You will need: 1 kg strawberries, 1 kg sweet cherries, 1.5 kg sugar.
Preparation: Remove the pits from the sweet cherries, remove the stems from the strawberries, cover the berries with sugar, and leave for a couple of hours. Bring to a boil, simmer for 15 minutes, and let cool. Repeat this step once more. Optionally, blend the jam. Bring to a boil again, simmer for another 15 minutes, and seal in sterile jars.
15. Cherry Jam with Almonds
Source: goodhouse.ruOptionally, you can add a couple more drops of almond essence for aroma.
You will need: 1 kg sweet cherries, 2.5 cups sugar, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 100 g almonds.
Preparation: Pour boiling water over the almonds for 10 minutes, peel them, and chop them coarsely. Remove the pits from the sweet cherries, mix them with sugar, and blend. Bring to a boil and simmer for 20 minutes. Add lemon juice and almonds, and simmer the jam for another 10 minutes. Seal it in sterile jars for winter storage.