Best 4 Carrot Cake Jam Recipes

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Carrot cake is a delightful dessert that combines the flavors of carrot, spices, and nuts into a moist and flavorful cake. It is often served with a cream cheese frosting, which adds a tangy sweetness to the cake. In this article, we will provide recipes for two different carrot cake jams: a classic carrot cake jam and a carrot cake jam with pineapple. Both jams are easy to make and can be enjoyed on toast, scones, or even ice cream. The classic carrot cake jam features the traditional flavors of carrot, spices, and nuts, while the carrot cake jam with pineapple adds a tropical twist to the classic recipe. Whether you are looking for a traditional carrot cake jam or something a little different, these recipes have something for everyone.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CARROT CAKE JAM



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One of the best jam recipes I have ever made... Tastes almost exactly like the cake!

Provided by Mary Jane Brown

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Canning and Preserving Recipes     Jams and Jellies Recipes

Time 12h56m

Yield 64

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (20 ounce) can unsweetened crushed pineapple in 100% pineapple juice
1 ½ cups chopped peeled ripe pears
1 ½ cups shredded carrots
½ cup flaked coconut
½ cup raisins
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 (1.75 ounce) package powdered fruit pectin
6 ½ cups white sugar

Steps:

  • Place crushed pineapple with juice, pears, carrots, flaked coconut, raisins, lemon juice, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg in a large pot over medium heat; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer, covered, stirring occasionally, until pears are tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Remove pot from heat and stir in pectin. Return to heat and bring to a full rolling boil, stirring frequently. Pour in sugar and bring back to a full boil. Cook jam for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and skim foam off the top.
  • Pack jam into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims to remove any excess residue. Top with lids and screw on rings.
  • Place a rack in the bottom of a large pot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars into the boiling water 2 inches apart using a holder. Pour in more boiling water if necessary to bring the water level to at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a rolling boil, cover the pot, and process for 5 minutes.
  • Remove the jars from the pot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart; cool undisturbed, at least 12 hours. Press the top of each lid with a finger to ensure that the seal is tight. Store in a cool, dark area.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96.2 calories, Carbohydrate 23.8 g, Fat 0.5 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 2.3 mg, Sugar 22.9 g

CARROT CAKE JAM



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For a change of pace from berry jams, try this unique option. Spread on a bagel with cream cheese, it tastes almost as good as real carrot cake! -Rachelle Stratton, Rock Springs, Wyoming

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 8 half-pints.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, undrained
1-1/2 cups shredded carrots
1-1/2 cups chopped peeled ripe pears
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 package (1-3/4 ounces) powdered fruit pectin
6-1/2 cups sugar

Steps:

  • Place first 7 ingredients in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until pears are tender, 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. 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. , Remove from heat; skim off foam. Ladle hot mixture into 8 hot sterilized 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., Place jars into canner with simmering water, ensuring that they are completely covered with water. Bring to a boil; process for 5 minutes. Remove jars and cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 2mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

LOWER-SUGAR CARROT CAKE JAM



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Using Pomona's Pectin allowed me to make a slightly healthier version of this dessert-flavoured fruit and vegetable spread. Smeared onto waffles or cinnamon bread, it's a decadent start to the day!

Provided by YummySmellsca

Categories     Vegan

Time 50m

Yield 3 1/2 cups, 28 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 packed cups finely grated carrots
1 1/2 cups peeled and diced apples
1 3/4 cups crushed canned pineapple, including juice
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup water
2 teaspoons calcium water
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon cardamom
1/2 teaspoon liquid stevia
1 cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons pectin (this recipe uses Pomona's Pectin)
1 1/2 cups sugar

Steps:

  • In a large stainless steel saucepan, combine carrots, apples, pineapple, lemon juice, water, calcium water, spices, stevia and brown sugar.
  • Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring frequently.
  • Reduce heat, cover and boil gently for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Combine pectin and granulated sugar and whisk into the carrot mixture until dissolved.
  • Bring back to a boil, stirring frequently.
  • Remove from heat, ladle into jars and process in a water bath canner for 10 minutes.

CARROT CAKE JAM



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Found this recipe somewhere online and adapted it to my tastes. I love carrot cake, so why not have a jam that tastes like it for your pancakes, toast and waffles.

Provided by Pam Ellingson

Categories     Jams & Jellies

Time 1h50m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 can(s) crushed pineapple, 20 oz.
1 1/2 c shredded carrots
1 1/2 c ripe pears, peeled and chopped (i used bartletts)
5 1/2 c sugar
1 c light brown sugar (packed)
3 Tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground cloves
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1 pkg certo fruit pectin

Steps:

  • 1. Wash and sterilize your jars and keep hot (Put them on a sheet pan in the oven at 190 to 200° or leave them in the boiling water sterilizer)) Put the lids and bands in a small pot of boiling water until needed
  • 2. Put the pineapple (Undrained), carrots, pears, spices and lemon juice in a 5 to 6 qt dutch oven or saucepot, and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Cook until the pears are tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.
  • 3. Stir in the sugars and bring back to a rolling boil, making sure the sugar is dissolved. Add the Certo pectin, and bring back to a full rolling boil for 1 minute while stirring constantly.
  • 4. Remove from heat, skim any foam that might have formed, and ladle into hot, sterilized jars. Wipe rims, place two piece lids and process in a hot water bath for 7 minutes. Remove jars from water bath and place on a cloth covered counter to cool completely. Store where it is cool and dark.

Tips:

  • Choose the right carrots. For the best flavor, use fresh, organic carrots. Avoid carrots that are too large or have blemishes.
  • Peel and dice the carrots finely. This will help them cook evenly and quickly.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed pot. This will help prevent the jam from scorching.
  • Cook the jam over medium heat. This will help prevent the jam from boiling over and becoming too thick.
  • Stir the jam frequently. This will help prevent the jam from sticking to the bottom of the pot and burning.
  • Add the sugar gradually. This will help prevent the jam from crystallizing.
  • Use a candy thermometer to test the jam. The jam is ready when it reaches 220 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the jam cool slightly before canning it. This will help prevent the jars from cracking.

Conclusion:

Carrot cake jam is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. It can be spread on toast, crackers, or biscuits. It can also be used as a filling for cakes, pies, and pastries. And it can even be used as a glaze for ham or chicken. No matter how you choose to enjoy it, carrot cake jam is sure to be a hit.

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