Best 4 Nectarine Jam Recipes
**Nectarine Jam: A Sweet and Tangy Delight**
Nectarines, with their smooth skin and juicy flesh, are a delicious summer fruit that can be enjoyed in many ways. One of the best ways to preserve their flavor and enjoy them all year round is to make them into jam. Nectarine jam is a sweet and tangy spread that can be used on toast, scones, or even as a filling for pies and tarts. It's also a great way to add a pop of flavor to yogurt, oatmeal, or ice cream. This article provides two recipes for nectarine jam: a classic recipe and a low-sugar recipe. Both recipes are easy to follow and result in a delicious, homemade jam that will surely be a hit with family and friends.
NECTARINE JAM
Not as mild as peaches - just a little more tart. When done, it's a pretty rosey color. No pectin needed, so it's lower in sugar. Natural pectin is in the nectarine peel... so do not peel them. If you must peel them - you will have to add pectin to the recipe (and more sugar).
Provided by Kathy228
Categories Fruit
Time 1h15m
Yield 4-5 half pint jars
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Cook all ingredients at a very mild boil for 30-minutes.
- *At this point you can add optional spices of your choice such as 1 teaspoons cinnamon, almond extract, or ground ginger, or 1 tblsp. brandy extract; or any favorite combination. Cook for 5 minutes more.
- Skim foam off surface.
- Ladle into sterilized jars.
- Process in boiling water bath for 10-mins.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 678.2, Fat 0.7, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 1.6, Carbohydrate 173.7, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 167, Protein 2.3
NECTARINE JAM
You don't see recipes for nectarine jam very often, which is a shame because ripe, juicy nectarines make a great jam. Make sure to go easy when adding almond extract; it is very strong, so a few drops go a long way.
Provided by wuschel66
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Canning and Preserving Recipes Jams and Jellies Recipes
Time P1DT40m
Yield 40
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Inspect 5 half-pint jars for cracks and rings for rust; discard any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until jam is ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
- Measure finely chopped, peeled nectarines; you should have 4 1/2 cups. Add to a heavy pot and immediately mix with lemon juice so they don't turn brown.
- Combine 1/4 cup sugar and fruit pectin in a bowl. Add to nectarines in the pot and stir well. Slowly bring mixture to a full rolling boil that does not stop bubbling when stirred. Add remaining 2 3/4 cups sugar and stir to dissolve, making sure to scrape over the bottom of the pot. Boil for exactly 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat and stir in almond extract.
- Pack nectarine jam into the prepared 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 rims with a moist paper towel to remove any spills. Top with lids and tightly screw on rings.
- Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 10 minutes.
- Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart. Let rest for 24 hours without moving the jars. Gently press the center of each lid with a finger to ensure the lid does not move up or down. Remove the rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 78.4 calories, Carbohydrate 19.9 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 0.5 g, Sugar 18.6 g
FIVE-MINUTE NECTARINE JAM
I found a recipe online for nectarine jam. It stated that nectarine skin has natural pectin and jam would set as long as the fruit wasn't peeled (Note: no pectin listed in the ingredient list). Just for fun, I decided to experiment with the microwave. The result was oh, so delicious. I made mine in the microwave-safe cup of the Magic Bullet® and blended it right in the cup.
Provided by JuliaH
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Canning and Preserving Recipes Jams and Jellies Recipes
Time 5m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Combine nectarine, sugar, and citric acid powder in a microwave-safe cup or bowl; heat in microwave until mixture is bubbly and fruit is soft, about 90 seconds.
- Blend nectarine mixture in a blender until desired consistency is reached.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 27.3 calories, Carbohydrate 7.3 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sugar 5.8 g
NECTARINE AND PEACH JAM WITH LEMON VERBENA
This is refrigerator jam, allowing you to skip the fuss and time of canning. Here, you'll use a method from Christine Ferber, one of France's eminent jam makers. She calls for macerating the fruit in sugar overnight so the juices release, then straining the liquid from the bowl and cooking that down to a syrup before re-adding the fruit. That allows you to cook the fruit less, retaining a better texture and fresher flavor. It works beautifully with this combination of peaches and nectarines spiked with lemon verbena.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories breakfast, condiments
Time 1h
Yield 3 half-pint jars
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Grate zest from half the lemon and place zest in a large saucepan. Juice lemon and add the juice to the zest. Toss in fruit, sugar, salt and lemon verbena and bring to a simmer. Turn mixture into a large bowl and refrigerate overnight.
- The next day, if you plan to can the jam, prepare the jars according to the instructions here.
- Strain the liquid from the mixture into a wide, shallow pot or large skillet, reserving the fruit. Bring liquid to a simmer and cook until it thickens enough to wrinkle on the surface when you push it with a spoon (a candy thermometer should read 220 degrees).
- Remove lemon verbena from fruit and add fruit to the pot with the syrup. Simmer fruit gently until mixture looks very thick and jamlike. You can test the jam to see if it's ready by freezing a small plate. Drop a bit of the jam on the plate, let it cool for a minute and then push it with your finger. The top should wrinkle. If syrup is thin and runny, keep cooking and test again in a few minutes (return plate to freezer in the meantime).
- If canning, spoon into hot sterilized jars and process as directed. Otherwise, let jam cool, then store in refrigerator or freezer.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 1100, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 284 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 14 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 103 milligrams, Sugar 257 grams
Tips:
- Choose ripe, unblemished nectarines for the best flavor and texture in your jam.
- To easily remove the skins from the nectarines, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Drop the nectarines in the boiling water for 30 seconds, then immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water. The skins should slip right off.
- If you don't have a candy thermometer, you can test the consistency of the jam by placing a small spoonful on a cold plate. If the jam wrinkles when you push your finger through it, it is ready.
- Store the finished jam in sterilized jars in a cool, dark place. It will keep for up to a year.
Conclusion:
This easy-to-follow recipe for nectarine jam is a delicious way to enjoy the flavors of summer all year long. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious jam that is perfect for spreading on toast, stirring into yogurt, or using as a filling for pies and pastries.
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