Heart-Healthy Quince Jam
Elevate your breakfast spreads and desserts with this delightful Heart-Healthy Quince Jam, a unique and nutritious twist on traditional fruit preserves. Made with aromatic quinces, sweetened naturally with a touch of honey, and spiced with a hint of ground cinnamon, this jam is perfect for mindful eaters. The recipe combines pectin for thickening with tangy lemon juice to balance the flavors, resulting in a vibrant, velvety jam that’s both delicious and wholesome. With minimal prep time and simple cooking techniques, this easy quince jam is an ideal addition to your heart-healthy recipe collection. Whether smeared on whole-grain toast or paired with creamy yogurt, it’s a seasonal treat that’s sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large quinces
- 4 cups water
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.5 cup honey
- 1 package pectin
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
Begin by washing and peeling the quinces. Core them and cut into small, uniform pieces to ensure even cooking.
Place the quince pieces into a large saucepan and add 4 cups of water. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Reduce the heat to a simmer and cover the saucepan, allowing the quince to cook until they become soft and tender, approximately 30-40 minutes.
Once the quince is soft, use a potato masher to roughly mash the quince directly in the saucepan, creating a chunky consistency.
Stir in the lemon juice and honey. Mix thoroughly to combine the flavors.
Bring the mixture back to a gentle boil and add the pectin and ground cinnamon, stirring constantly to prevent any clumping.
Continue to cook the jam, stirring frequently, until it thickens to your desired consistency. This will take about 20 minutes. To test the jam, place a small spoonful on a cold plate; if it gels and doesn't run, it is ready.
Once the desired thickness is achieved, remove the saucepan from the heat.
Carefully ladle the hot quince jam into sterilized jars, leaving about 1/4 inch of headspace at the top. Secure the lids tightly.
Allow the jars to cool at room temperature before storing them in the refrigerator. The jam can last up to 2 months when properly stored.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
943 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.1 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 75 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 254.4 g | 93% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.8 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 223.5 g | ||
| Protein | 4.7 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 188 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 2069 mg | 44% | |
*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.
