Cherry jam
100%
1
Nutrition balance score
Unbalanced
Glycemic Index
60
Moderate
Glycemic Load
367
High
Nutrition per serving
Calories2359.8 kcal (118%)
Total Fat1.4 g (2%)
Carbs608.7 g (234%)
Sugars584.7 g (650%)
Protein7.2 g (14%)
Sodium5.5 mg (0%)
Fiber14 g (50%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Instructions
Step 1
Wash and pit all the cherries and cut three quarters of them in half, leaving the other quarter whole
Step 2
Put in a preserving pan (or large deep pan) along with the lemon juice and set over a low heat.
Step 3
Use a potato masher to lightly crush the cherries and simmer gently until cooked (about 7 minutes).
Step 4
Add the sugar and heat through on very low until all the sugar has dissolved (running a wooden spoon around the pan will help you know as the sugar will scratch if still solid).
Step 5
Bring to a rolling (vigorous) boil and time for 10 minutes.
Step 6
Remove from the heat and drizzle a few drops of jam onto a chilled saucer. Place saucer into fridge for a minute and then run your finger through the jam, it's ready if it forms a crinkle and is tacky. If not quite ready boil for another couple of minutes at a time and re-test.
Step 7
Once ready ladle into hot jars and place lids on immediately. Allow to cool, then store in a cool dark place (will keep for years but best eaten in first year). Store in fridge once open.
