Irresistible Homemade Persimmon Jam
Irresistible Homemade Persimmon Jam captures the essence of autumn in a jar, offering a delightful blend of sweet, honey-like flavors and a velvety texture. This simple recipe transforms ripe persimmons into a delicious spread that’s perfect for toast, desserts, or as an elegant addition to cheese platters. Enjoy the warmth of homemade goodness with every spoonful!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 ripe persimmons (Fuyu or Hachiya)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup pectin (powdered or liquid)
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Wash and quarter the ripe persimmons, leaving the skins on.
- In a large pot, combine chopped persimmons and water; bring to a gentle boil for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until softened.
- Reduce heat, add sugar and lemon juice; stir until sugar dissolves completely.
- Sprinkle in pectin while stirring continuously; cook on medium heat for another 5-10 minutes until it reaches a rolling boil.
- Test consistency by dropping a spoonful onto a cold plate; if thickened upon cooling, it's ready to jar.
- Ladle hot jam into sterilized jars and seal tightly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg