Chocolate Cherry Jam
Indulge in the irresistible decadence of Chocolate Cherry Jam, a luxurious spread that combines the natural sweetness of ripe cherries with the rich, velvety flavors of cocoa and dark chocolate. This small-batch recipe is a delightful twist on classic fruit preserves, enhanced by a hint of vanilla and a touch of fresh lemon juice for balance. Perfectly textured with small chunks of cherries, this jam can be used as a topping for toast, pancakes, or even paired with cheese for an elegant appetizer. Quick to make, with just 15 minutes of prep and a short simmer time, it's a heavenly treat that will elevate your breakfast table or dessert creations. Whether enjoyed fresh or preserved for later, this Chocolate Cherry Jam is destined to be a crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Fresh sweet cherries
- 200 grams Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 60 milliliters Water
- 3 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 100 grams Dark chocolate (70% cocoa), finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
Wash and pit the fresh sweet cherries, then roughly chop them.
In a medium saucepan, combine the cherries, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and water.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir to dissolve the sugar. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cherries release their juices and soften.
Use an immersion blender (or transfer the mixture carefully to a blender) to blend the cherries into a smoother texture, leaving some chunks if a rustic jam is preferred.
Return the mixture to the saucepan over low heat and stir in the cocoa powder until fully dissolved.
Add the finely chopped dark chocolate to the saucepan and stir until it melts completely and incorporates into the jam.
Continue to simmer for 10 more minutes, stirring frequently, until the jam thickens to your desired consistency. It will thicken further as it cools.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Allow the jam to cool for 10–15 minutes before transferring it to sterilized jars.
Seal the jars and let them cool completely to room temperature. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks or process in a water bath for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1728 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.0 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.8 g | 129% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 21 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 337.1 g | 123% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.6 g | 99% | |
| Total Sugars | 289.9 g | ||
| Protein | 16.2 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 159 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 16.3 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 2094 mg | 45% | |
*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.
