Apple Nutmeg Conserve
Capture the essence of autumn with this delightful Apple Nutmeg Conserve, a perfect blend of warm spices, tender apples, and crunchy pecans. This recipe combines fresh, chopped apples simmered with granulated and brown sugar, a hint of zesty lemon juice, and the comforting flavors of nutmeg and cinnamon. The addition of pecans offers a satisfying crunch, elevating the texture of this luxurious spread. Ready in under an hour, this conserve is ideal for spreading on toast, pairing with cheese boards, or gifting as a homemade treat. Whether stored in the refrigerator or preserved for later, this sweet and spiced conserve is a gorgeous way to celebrate seasonal flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Apples (peeled, cored, and chopped)
- 3 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 1 stick Cinnamon stick
- 0.5 cups Pecans (chopped)
- 1 cup Water
Instructions
Prepare the apples by peeling, coring, and chopping them into bite-sized pieces. Measure out 6 cups of chopped apples.
In a large saucepan, combine the chopped apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, lemon juice, ground nutmeg, cinnamon stick, and water.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring to dissolve the sugars.
Lower the heat to a simmer and cook for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples have softened and the mixture has thickened. Use a wooden spoon to occasionally mash some of the apples for a chunkier texture.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and discard the cinnamon stick.
Stir in the chopped pecans to add texture and nutty flavor to the conserve.
Transfer the apple nutmeg conserve to sterilized jars while still hot, leaving about 1/4-inch of headspace at the top.
Seal the jars tightly and let them cool to room temperature. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks or process the jars in a water bath for long-term storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
621 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.1 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 8 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 142.9 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 135.2 g | ||
| Protein | 1.3 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 45 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 262 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
