Source: Nitr, AdobeStockThick confiture is a wonderful addition to seasonal preserves. It can be made from a variety of fruits and berries, and this time we've gathered a selection of the best apricot confiture recipes for you. Sweet and aromatic on its own – it doesn't even need any additions!
1. Apricot Confiture without Additives
Source: vosadu-li-vogorode.ruLet's start with the simplest recipe, without starch, gelatin, or other thickeners.
You will need: 500 g apricots, 500 g sugar.
Preparation: Roughly chop the apricots, cover them with sugar, and leave overnight. Then bring to a boil and simmer the confiture for 30-40 minutes over low heat until thickened, stirring occasionally. Seal in sterilized jars.
2. Apricot Confiture with Starch
Source: vosadu-li-vogorode.ruAn easy and accessible way to make thick confiture is to add a little starch.
You will need: 2.5 kg apricots, 2 kg sugar, 200 ml water, 2-3 tbsp starch.
Preparation: Chop the apricots, cover with sugar, and leave for a couple of hours. Bring them to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring. Let the mixture cool completely and blend with an immersion blender. Bring to a boil again. Dissolve the starch in water and pour into the confiture in a thin stream. Cook everything together for another 5 minutes and seal in sterilized jars.
3. Five-Minute Apricot Confiture
Source: ogorodnye-shpargalki.ruApricots are those fruits from which it is especially easy to make thick confiture.
You will need: 1 kg apricots, 1 kg sugar, 1 tbsp starch, 50 ml water.
Preparation: Finely chop the apricots, cover with sugar, and bring to a boil. Simmer for 5 minutes and let the mixture cool completely. Bring to a boil again and simmer for 5 minutes. Cool again and simmer for another 5 minutes. Dissolve the starch in water, pour into the apricots, stir, and seal the confiture in sterilized jars.
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4. Apricot Confiture with Gelatin
Source: ideireceptov.ruGelatin is the most versatile and accessible thickener for all occasions.
You will need: 1 kg apricots, 700 g sugar, 1 tbsp gelatin.
Preparation: Dissolve gelatin in a small amount of water according to instructions. Roughly chop the apricots, cover with sugar, and simmer for 30 minutes after boiling, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat, pour in the gelatin, stir the confiture until dissolved, and seal in sterilized jars.
5. Apricot Confiture with Pectin
Source: avrupayoresel.comPectin is naturally present in most fruits and berries, making it well-suited for preserves.
You will need: 1 kg apricots, 500 g sugar, 15 g pectin.
Preparation: Mix pectin with 2-3 spoons of sugar. Remove pits from apricots and blend the pulp. Add the pectin with sugar to the puree, stir, and bring to a boil. Add the remaining sugar and bring the confiture to a boil again. Simmer for 3 minutes and seal in sterilized jars.
6. Apricot Confiture with Gelfix
Source: tortomarafon.ruFor this recipe, we recommend using Gelfix labeled 2:1.
You will need: 1 kg apricots, 500 g sugar, 1 packet of Gelfix.
Preparation: Blend pitted apricots and mix with sugar. Bring to a boil and simmer for a couple of minutes. Add Gelfix in a thin stream according to instructions, and stir again. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes and seal the confiture in sterilized jars.
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7. Apricot Confiture with Syrup
Source: mhthayat.haberturk.comDifferent cooking techniques allow you to choose the most convenient option for yourself.
You will need: 700 g apricots, 700 g sugar, 15 g pectin, 150 ml water.
Preparation: Mix pectin with 2 spoons of sugar, and boil the remaining sugar with water until dissolved. Cook the syrup for 10-15 minutes until thick, then add roughly chopped apricots. Cook the confiture for about half an hour. Add pectin, stirring, cook for another 2-3 minutes, and seal the confiture in sterilized jars.
8. Apricot Confiture with Agar-Agar
Source: lifehacker.ruThere are so many ways to thicken confiture that you can easily find one to your taste.
You will need: 1 kg apricots, 1 kg sugar, 10 g agar-agar, 200 ml water.
Preparation: Dissolve agar-agar in water. Blend pitted apricots and mix with 2/3 of the sugar. Bring to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes. Separately heat the water with agar, add the remaining sugar, and also bring to a boil. Pour the syrup into the fruit puree, stirring, cook the confiture for another 3-5 minutes, and seal in sterilized jars.
9. Apricot Confiture with Liqueur
Source: botanichka.ruA little fruit liqueur will add new flavor notes to the confiture.
You will need: 1 kg apricots, 3 tbsp apricot or other liqueur, 100 ml water, 700 g sugar, 10 g pectin.
Preparation: Mix pectin with 3 spoons of sugar. Chop the apricots, blend them, mix with water, and bring to a boil. Simmer for 20 minutes over low heat, stirring, and add pectin. Stir and add the remaining sugar. Cook the mixture for another 3 minutes, pour in the liqueur, and remove the confiture from heat. Seal it in sterilized jars.
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10. Apricot Confiture with Lavender
Source: roscontrol.comSuch an extraordinary aroma, it's simply irresistible.
You will need: 500 g sugar, 1 lemon, 600 g apricots, 1 tbsp dried lavender.
Preparation: Roughly chop the apricots, add lemon zest, juice to taste, and sugar. Leave everything overnight. Bring the mixture to a boil and simmer for 20 minutes. Add lavender, stir the confiture, and pour into sterilized jars.
11. Apricot Confiture with Oranges
Source: vosadu-li-vogorode.ruSweet apricots pair perfectly with the citrusy tartness of lemon.
You will need: 1 kg apricots, 2 oranges, 600 g sugar.
Preparation: Remove pits from apricots and pass the pulp through a meat grinder. Blanch oranges with boiling water and finely chop. Mix with apricot puree, add sugar, and cook everything together for about 40 minutes after boiling. Seal the confiture in sterilized jars.
12. Spiced Apricot Confiture
Source: vashnarkolog.comOptionally, add any other spices to your taste.
You will need: 2 oranges, 1 kg apricots, 800 g sugar, 4 cinnamon sticks, 10 cardamom pods, 4 cloves, 2 star anise.
Preparation: Squeeze juice from oranges, mix with sugar and spices, and bring this syrup to a boil. Add a little water if necessary and cook for another 10 minutes. Strain the syrup and pour it over finely chopped apricots. Bring everything to a boil again, simmer for 20 minutes, and seal in sterilized jars.
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13. Apricot and Strawberry Confiture
Source: ideireceptov.ruIf you want to make the confiture completely smooth, simply pass it through a sieve.
You will need: 1 kg apricots, 1 kg strawberries, 1.5 kg sugar, 3 g vanilla, 1 tbsp lemon juice.
Preparation: Roughly chop apricots and strawberries, cover with sugar, bring to a boil, and simmer for 5 minutes. Let them cool and simmer for another 5 minutes. Let cool again, add vanilla and lemon juice to the mixture, and simmer for another 5 minutes. Seal the confiture in sterilized jars for winter.
14. Apricot and Plum Confiture
Source: ideireceptov.ruAdjust the amount of sugar depending on the sweetness of the fruits.
You will need: 1 kg apricots, 400 g plums, 500 g sugar.
Preparation: Slice apricots and plums, cover with sugar, and bring to a boil. Cook everything together for about 30 minutes. Strain through a sieve if desired and seal the finished confiture in sterilized jars.
15. Apricot and Apple Confiture
Source: aroma-avenue.ruIt will thicken perfectly – thanks to the natural apple pectin.
You will need: 700 g apricots, 700 g apples, 1 kg sugar.
Preparation: Grate peeled apples, mix with sugar, and leave for 1 hour. Bring them to a boil and simmer for 15 minutes. Add finely chopped apricots, bring to a boil again, and simmer for another 15 minutes. Seal the confiture in sterilized jars.