Source: Edalin, AdobeStockCloudberries are a relatively rare berry, so it's natural to want to fully enjoy their taste and beneficial properties. An excellent solution is to preserve cloudberries for winter. They make wonderful jams and compotes that will bring joy throughout the cold season. We're sharing 12 proven recipes!
1. Thick Cloudberry Jam for Winter
Source: vk.comYou can eat it as is, serve it with pancakes, or use it in baking.
You will need: 2 kg cloudberries, 2 kg sugar, 1 glass of water.
Preparation: Boil water and sugar to make a uniform syrup, then add the cloudberries. Bring to a boil again and simmer for half an hour over low heat, stirring occasionally. Strain the mixture through a sieve, cook for another 7-8 minutes, and seal in sterilized jars.
2. Cloudberry Jam with White Wine
Source: zoon.ruIt's best to use a dry, tart wine.
You will need: 2 kg cloudberries, 8 glasses of sugar, 3 glasses of dry white wine, 1 lemon.
Preparation: Rinse and dry the cloudberries, sprinkle them with lemon juice, and add half of the sugar. Cover the berries with gauze and leave overnight.
Afterward, bring the mixture to a boil, simmer for 15-20 minutes over low heat, pour in the wine, and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Distribute the berries into sterilized jars, add the remaining sugar to the boiling wine syrup, and cook until dissolved, about 10 more minutes. Pour the syrup over the cloudberries and seal for winter.
3. Five-Minute Cloudberry Jam
Source: dzen.ruPreparation takes little time, but the result is definitely worth it!
You will need: 2 kg cloudberries, 2 kg sugar, 3 glasses of water.
Preparation: Make a syrup from water and sugar. Pour it over the cloudberries and let them cool completely. Then bring the cloudberries to a boil and cook for 5 minutes. Remove from heat, let cool again, and cook for another 5 minutes. Repeat the previous step one more time. After the last cooking, seal the hot jam in sterilized jars.
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4. Cloudberries in Syrup for Winter
Source: livejournal.comIf you want a more uniform consistency, cook the berries longer.
You will need: 2 kg cloudberries, 1.5 kg sugar, 2-3 liters of water.
Preparation: Make a uniform syrup from water and sugar. Add the cloudberries and cook for 10-15 minutes over low heat. Seal the cloudberries with syrup in sterilized jars.
5. Mashed Cloudberries with Sugar for Winter
Source: fb.ruTo make the preparation less thick, you can add a little water.
You will need: 1.5 kg cloudberries, 1-1.5 kg sugar.
Preparation: Rinse and mash the cloudberries through a sieve. Add sugar, mix, and let stand for 1 hour. Mix again, bring the mixture to a boil, and cook for 10 minutes. Seal the preparation in sterilized jars.
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6. Cloudberry Juice for Winter
Source: cookpad.comAdjust the amount of sugar and water to your liking.
You will need: 2 kg cloudberries, 300-400 g sugar, 500 ml water.
Preparation: Mash the cloudberries with a potato masher, pour in water, bring to a boil, and cook for half an hour. Carefully strain the mixture through cheesecloth. Add sugar, cook the juice for a few more minutes, and pour it into sterilized jars.
7. Cloudberry Compote for Winter
Source: pinterest.comFor a brighter taste and aroma, add a few slices of lemon or orange.
You will need: 1.5 kg cloudberries, 3 glasses of sugar, 8 liters of water.
Preparation: Distribute the cloudberries into sterilized jars. Boil water with sugar, pour it over the berries, and leave for 5-7 minutes under lids. Then drain and boil the syrup again, then pour it back. Seal the jars for winter.
8. Cloudberry Syrup for Winter
Source: dzen.ruThis syrup is pleasant to add to tea or use as a topping.
You will need: 1 kg cloudberries, 1 kg sugar, 1 liter of water.
Preparation: Cover the cloudberries with sugar, pour in water, and bring to a boil. Cook the mixture for 15-20 minutes over medium heat, then strain through cheesecloth. Reduce the syrup to the desired thickness and seal in sterilized jars or bottles.
9. Cloudberry Jam with Lemon
Source: agro-tm.ruInstead of lemon, lime or orange will also work – it will always be different.
You will need: 1 kg cloudberries, 800 g sugar, 2 lemons.
Preparation: Mash the cloudberries with a blender or strain through a sieve. Blanch the lemons with boiling water and also chop them with the peel, but without seeds. Mix the lemon preparation with cloudberries, add sugar, and bring the mixture to a boil. Cook the jam for 40-60 minutes until the desired thickness and seal in sterilized jars.
10. Quick Cloudberry Jam for Winter
Source: AdobeStockIt's prepared so quickly and simply that it requires almost no effort.
You will need: 1.5 kg cloudberries, 1-1.5 kg sugar.
Preparation: Cover the cloudberries with sugar and leave for at least 1 hour. Mash or crush the mixture using any convenient method. Bring the jam to a boil, cook for 8-10 minutes, and pour into sterilized jars.
11. Cloudberry Jelly with Gelatin for Winter
Source: agro-tm.ruJelly with gelatin turns out very thick and can be a standalone dessert.
You will need: 1.5 kg cloudberries, 1.5 kg sugar, 40 g gelatin.
Preparation: Rinse and cover the cloudberries with sugar, bring to a boil. At the same time, dissolve gelatin in water according to package instructions. Pour the gelatin into the jam and cook the mixture for another 15 minutes over low heat. Seal the jelly in sterilized jars.
12. Five-Minute Cloudberry Jam without Water for Winter
Source: pinterest.comThanks to short heat treatment, more vitamins are preserved.
You will need: 1.5 kg cloudberries, 1.5 kg sugar.
Preparation: Rinse and cover the cloudberries with sugar, bring to a boil, and cook for 5 minutes. Let the mixture cool and cook again for 5 minutes. Repeat this 1-2 more times – adjust based on the jam's consistency. After the last cooking, seal it in sterilized jars.