Apricot Preserves
Brightly flavored, gorgeously colored, and ever-so-versatile, my Apricot Preserves recipe is a delightful concoction made with just four ingredients and requires less than 30 minutes of active prep time. Prepare to be amazed as you discover the joy of preserving (pun intended!) your stone fruit bounty.
Servings: 8 Yields 1.5 cups
Calories: 91kcal
Equipment
- Air Tight Container
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs Apricots chopped
- ½ cups Granulated Sugar
- 1 Lemon zested & juiced
- 1.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract Vanilla bean paste
Instructions
- Combine apricots, sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice in a large heavy-bottomed pot and allow the apricots to slowly macerate/release their juices for about an hour.1.5 lbs Apricots, ½ cups Granulated Sugar, 1 Lemon
- Place the pot over medium heat and simmer the ingredients for 8-10 minutes, stirring throughout this time frame.
- Remove the preserves from the heat and add vanilla, stirring to combine.1.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- Allow to cool and store in an airtight container.
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Notes
Expert Tips/Expert baking tips
Here are a few expert tips that will make your homemade apricot preserves truly shine:
- Patience, dear friends, is a virtue. Allow your apricots to ripen fully before diving into the preserving process. They should be juicy, fragrant, and bursting with flavor. Waiting for that perfect moment ensures a preserve that's pure bliss in a jar.
- Remember, your jam jar is more than just a vessel — it's a canvas for your homemade magic! Sterilize your jars properly to ensure freshness and longevity. Seal them with a whimsical flourish like some cute washi tape or a square of gingham fabric, and label them with love. You want to make sure each gift of your homemade apricot preserves is a treasure to behold, right??
- Don't be afraid to let your imagination run wild! While my classic apricot preserve is a delight on its own, consider adding a pinch of spice or infusing them with herbs like thyme or lavender for a touch of personalized enchantment.
Nutrition
Calories: 91kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 222mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 1638IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 0.3mg
