Homemade Cherry Amaretto Jam Recipe
Homemade Cherry Amaretto Jam combines the sweet and tart flavors of cherries with the warm, nutty notes of amaretto liqueur. A delicious spread for toast, cakes, or ice cream!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 2 cups
- Category: Jam, Spread
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
4 cups fresh or frozen cherries, pitted
2 cups granulated sugar
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
2 tbsp amaretto liqueur
1 tsp almond extract (optional)
1 tbsp pectin (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare cherries by pitting them. If using frozen cherries, thaw before starting.
- In a large saucepan, combine cherries, sugar, and lemon juice. Let sit for 15 minutes.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Use a potato masher to mash the cherries and simmer for 20-25 minutes until thickened.
- Stir in the amaretto liqueur and almond extract (optional). Simmer for 5-10 minutes to meld the flavors.
- If using pectin, stir it in and boil for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Test consistency by placing a spoonful on a cold plate; if it wrinkles and holds its shape, it’s done.
- Carefully ladle the jam into sterilized jars. Seal and let cool before storing.
Notes
For a spicier twist, add cinnamon or cayenne pepper to the jam.
Use other fruits like raspberries or peaches in place of cherries.
For an alcohol-free version, omit amaretto and use more almond extract.
For a low-sugar jam, reduce the sugar by half and add extra lemon juice to balance the flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
