Description
Alsatian Apricot Preserve is a delightful and sweet spread made from fresh apricots, perfect for enhancing your breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds fresh apricots, pitted and chopped
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine the chopped apricots, sugar, and lemon juice.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the apricots are soft and the mixture thickens.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Pour the hot preserve into sterilized jars and seal them immediately.
- Let the jars cool completely before storing them in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Ensure the apricots are ripe for the best flavor.
- This preserve can be used on toast, in pastries, or as a topping for desserts.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Preserves
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Alsatian Apricot Preserve, apricot jam, fruit preserve, homemade jam