Refrigerator Cherry Jam
Learn how to make refrigerator cherry jam using fresh or frozen cherries, without pectin and no canning required.
Servings: 32
Equipment
- 2 small 8oz jars
Ingredients
- 2 pounds frozen cherries
- 1 ½ cup sugar
- 4 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Place the cherries, sugar, and lemon juice in a large saucepan.
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium.
- Cook, stirring often, until the cherries break down and the mixture thickens, about 15–20 minutes.
- Mash with a fork or potato masher for a chunky texture, or blend for smooth jam.
- While still hot, pour the jam into sterilized jars.
- Cover with lids and let cool completely.
- Refrigerate up to 3 weeks.
Notes
Makes 2 small 8oz jars.
Nutrition
Calories: 54kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 0.1mg | Potassium: 65mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 18IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 0.1mg