Caramel Apple Jam

Name: Caramel Apple Jam
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 7 half-pints.
Ingredients: 6 cups diced peeled apples (1/8-inch cubes); 1/2 cup water; 1/2 teaspoon butter; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1 package (1-3/4 ounces) powdered fruit pectin; 3 cups sugar; 2 cups packed brown sugar

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 30 min. Process: 10 min. YIELD: 7 half-pints.

The flavors of apples, brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg come together in this spreadable treat. The jam is a must-have at our breakfast table. —Robert Atwood, West Wareham, Massachusetts

Ingredients

6 cups diced peeled apples (1/8-inch cubes)
1/2 cup water
1/2 teaspoon butter
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 package (1-3/4 ounces) powdered fruit pectin
3 cups sugar
2 cups packed brown sugar

Directions

1. In a Dutch oven, combine the apples, water, butter, cinnamon and nutmeg. Cook and stir over low heat until apples are tender. Stir in pectin. Bring to a full rolling boil over high heat, stirring constantly. Stir in sugar; return to a full rolling boil. Boil and stir 1 minute.
2. Remove from heat; skim off foam. Ladle hot mixture into seven hot half-pint jars, leaving 1/4-in. headspace. Remove air bubbles and adjust headspace, if necessary, by adding hot mixture. Wipe rims. Center lids on jars; screw on bands until fingertip tight.
3. Place jars into canner with simmering water, ensuring that they are completely covered with water. Bring to a boil; process for 10 minutes. Remove jars and cool.

Nutrition Facts

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