Apple jelly

Unbalanced

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Strain the apples. Cook the apples until soft, then strain through cheesecloth to collect the juice. Don't press the cheesecloth hard if you want a clear jelly.

Step 2

Prepare the apple pieces. Peel and finely dice fresh apple into 2–3 mm cubes. Toss with the extra teaspoon of lemon juice.

Step 3

Boil the juice. Combine the strained juice, 2 tbsp lemon juice, and powdered pectin. Bring to a full rolling boil.

Step 4

Add the sugar. Stir in the 500 g sugar and return to a full rolling boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly.

Step 5

Add the flavorings. Stir in the cinnamon, salt, and vanilla.

Step 6

Add the diced apple last. Stir in the apple pieces and boil for another 30–60 seconds.

Step 7

Fill your jars. Transfer immediately into prepared jars.