Elderberry Jam
Elderberry jam is a recipe with fresh ingredients from the jam category. Try this and other recipes from Spoonsparrow!
Ingredients
- 800 g elderberries
- 300 ml apple juice
- 350 g gelatin sugar (2:1)
- 0.5 untreated lemon (juice)
Instructions
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1.
Wash the elderberries and remove them from their clusters, bring to a boil with the apple juice, cover and simmer for 10 minutes, then let cool slightly. Line a sieve with fresh muslin cloth and hang it over a bowl. Place the berries in the cloth and allow to drain overnight.
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2.
On the next day, squeeze out the cloth well. Add water to the elderberry juice to bring the total volume to 600 ml and return to a pot. Stir in the gelatin sugar and lemon juice. Bring to a rolling boil over high heat while stirring, then simmer for 4 minutes with bubbling.
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3.
Fill the jam into hot-washed jars and seal immediately. Place the lids on top and let cool for about 10 minutes, then flip the jars and allow to cool completely.
