Spiced Apricot Jam Recipe
I love photographing jam in the bright sunshine – it highlights all of the amazing fruit and delicious flavor!
When my Mom was visiting last week, we did a Live Feed Video on Facebook. During that live feed I promised to have my recipe for Apricot Jam up on the blog yesterday…..but that didn’t happen. So…..my #MeatlessMonday post has now turned into a #TastyTuesday, my apologies. Sometimes life happens when you’re busy planning.
Spiced Apricot Jam
But it’s here now! Have you made jam or jelly? It’s so fun and much easier than people think it is! Here are some helpful hints –
- Clean the fruit by using 1 part vinegar to 3 parts water, add the fruit and swish around really well.
- Don’t change the amount of sugar the recipe calls for. The sugar not only sweetens the fruit but also preserves it. If you reduce the amount of sugar, you may end up with mold on top of the jam even though you’ve sealed it properly.
- Don’t change the amount of fruit – if you put in too little, it can get so thick, it’s like paste – too much fruit it may not set and will become syrup.
- Although the jars and rings are reusable, the lids are not – you’ll need to purchase new ones.
Spiced Apricot Jam
More Jam and Jelly Recipes!
- Bam Bam Pomegranate Jam
- Homemade Strawberry Jam: A Margarita on Toast!
- Low Sugar Blueberry Jam
- Christmas in July Pepper Jam
- Ja Makin Me Crazy Mango Jam
- Sweet Mandarin Sunshine Jelly
Are you ready to make some jam?
Spiced Apricot Jam #MeatlessMonday
Ingredients
- 6 cups chopped apricots
- 1 1.75 oz. package Low Sugar Sure Jell (pink box)
- 4 1/2 cups sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon
- 1 lime zested and juiced
- 1/2 teaspoon allspice
- 1/4 teaspoon ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 tablespoon butter optional
Instructions
- Chop the apricots into small pieces. Measure out exactly 6 cups.
- Place jars, rings and lids into a pan, cover with water, bring to a boil and boil for three minutes to sterlilize, keep warm.
- In a heavy stock pot, place the chopped apricots, allspice, turmeric and ginger. Also add the butter, lime zest, lime & lemon juice. Mix everything together well.
- Measure ¼ cup of sugar and mix it with the contents of the Sure-Jell. Sprinkle it into the apricots, mix well again and set it on the stove on high and bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
- When it comes to a hard boil (a hard boil is one you can't stir down with spoon) add the remaining sugar.
- Continue stirring constantly and return it to a boil and when it comes back to a hard boil, continue boiling it for exactly one minute. (Set a timer to make sure you get it for a full minute).
- Remove from the stove & immediately ladle into sterilized jars. Place lids on jars, screw on tightly. Process in a hot bath (boiling water) for 10 minutes to seal the jars.
- Makes 6 eight oz. jars.
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Love homemade jams and jellies? I have some wonderful recipes on the blog! Now is the time to pick up delicious fruit at your Farmers Market and when you do, how about making some amazing Blueberry Pizzaz Jam (this one is so easy my 10 year old niece made it!). Ja Makin’ Me Crazy Mango Jam is so delicious! Christmas in July Pepper Jam is one of the most popular one the blog!
Spiced Apricot Jam – Bowl Me Over
Healing Tomato says
I love making my own jam. Raspberry and Strawberry are my favorite. I have never tried making apricot jam but it will be my next project. You make it look so easy and delicious.
Bowl Me Over says
Making jam is so fun! We’ll have to get together one day to do some “jamming”!! 😀
Michelle says
It looks great. Going to hunt for some apricots and make some.
Bowl Me Over says
Can’t wait to hear what you think Michelle, thanks so much for commenting!
Dina Demarest says
apricot jam reminds me of my childhood. I’ve made plum preserves and pear preserves. I need to try the apricat jam.
Bowl Me Over says
Plum and pear sound just so yummy too – I need to get canning! 😀
Meredith says
Yum, would go great with whole wheat toast!
Bowl Me Over says
Boy would it! Thanks Meredith!
Kathy Kenny Ngo says
Oohhh I do love those jams. I like guava the most though. It’s really sweet and its perfect for bread.
Bowl Me Over says
ooooh that sounds heavenly Kathy – might have to try that next! Thanks for the great suggestion!
Rachel Mouton says
What a great recipe! I love apricots and love making my own jams and preserves. I think I might give this recipe a try 🙂
Bowl Me Over says
Awesome Rachel – please stop back by and let me know what you think!! Enjoy!
Sarah Bailey says
Oh my goodness this sounds absolutely amazing – I have to admit I haven’t tried anything like making my own jam but I would love to one day. x
Bowl Me Over says
I hope you do Sarah – stop by and grab a recipe or two when you’re ready – it’s fun and easy!
Agnes Dela Cruz www.bitsenpieces.com 1500-2000 says
Thank you for the recipe, apricot is sparsely available here so I will rely for processed jams in the market for now.
Bowl Me Over says
Gotta take what you can get – I hear you there Agnes! Thanks so much for stopping by!
Elizabeth O.e says
I love homemade jams because you can basically just add the ingredients that you want. This looks so good! Perfect for your favorite type of bread while enjoying your afternoon tea!
Bowl Me Over says
Me too, love the bright fresh flavors from that yummy fruit – thanks Elizabeth!
Bismah says
I love homemade jams! My favorite way to eat it is on top of warm toast along with a hot cup of coffee. Your apricot jam looks amazing!
Bowl Me Over says
Mmmmm! That does sound like the perfect breakfast or a lovely mid-day snack! Thanks for stopping by to comment on the jam!!
Elizabeth Gilbert says
I never considered making jam until I read this, then I got really excited. I don’t know if it’s the whole “Trying to be a homemaker Mom” or what in me but I think I’m definitely going to have to make this and give it a try!
Bowl Me Over says
I hope you do make it Elizabeth – you’ll just love this jam! Making it (or any jam for that matter!) gives such a great sense of accomplishment, great gifts too!
Rosey says
I do love apricot. I’d like to have it in an apricot jam.
Bowl Me Over says
It’s delicious Rosey, I hope you give it a try!
Nicole Escat says
I love apricot especially the dried ones. I am always looking for apricot in our place but I end up getting a dried variant.
Bowl Me Over says
I think we are a little early in the season here in the valley – in many areas they are just coming to market. Keep your eye out maybe you’ll see them soon!
Kiana Abram says
I’ve never made jam before, but this recipe makes it seem much easier than I thought. Definitely a perfect summer treat!
Bowl Me Over says
Jamming can seem kinda daunting, but it’s really not. I’m glad this made it easier, I hope you give this recipe a try!
Marielle Altenor says
I love apricot jam on my toast! I never really thought of making this flavor but my hubby wanted to make strawberry jam.
Bowl Me Over says
You definitely should Marielle – strawberry is so easy and it’s everyone’s favorite!
Bonnie Self says
I just made this with apricots we brought home from Idaho. I had just a tiny bit left after filling jars. I had to try it….THE BEST Apricot jam I’ve ever made!!!! I will definitely make a couple more batches then on to syrup. Awesome recipe, thank you!!!!
Nicole Grigsby says
I made this jam recipe last night and it is amazing! My husband husband and I, with our three girls, tried it this morning on a waffles with no butter and it’s like heaven! 😊my plan is to make more with within the next couple of days. 😊 it’s almost like an apricot marmalade with just hints of soft spiced ginger and citrus. Its smoothly tart, wonderfully sweet, and full of richness. Its rich but not so rich that you can’t keep going back for another bite. 🤤I love this and thank you so much for sharing!I’m thankful that I came across it! My mom, dad, and grandmother received their jars this morning and they love it. I highly recommend everyone make this and share. Again thank you.
Bowl Me Over says
5 stars is high praise, your review made my day Nicole! Thank you so much for taking the time to review the recipe. I LOVE this jam and will be making more with all my apricots. Homemade jam is the absolute best and once you’ve enjoyed it the last thing you want is want is store bought. I agree that jams are best when made and shared! Everyone loves a homemade gift!!