Sweet Mango Preserves
Capture the vibrant sweetness of summer with these homemade Sweet Mango Preserves, a luscious combination of ripe mangoes, tangy lemon juice, and a hint of optional vanilla for a touch of warmth. Perfectly balanced between fruity and indulgent, this recipe transforms juicy mangoes into a spreadable delight with just a handful of pantry staples. With a simple stovetop process and only 20 minutes of prep time, you'll create a golden-hued preserve that's perfect for slathering on toast, swirling into yogurt, or even serving as a topping for desserts. Preserve the season’s bounty with this easy recipe, and savor the tropical sunshine any time of year! Keywords: homemade mango preserves, sweet mango jam, easy fruit preserves, tropical spreads.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 large ripe mangoes
- 2 cups white granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
Wash and peel the mangoes. Cut the fruit away from the pit and dice the mango flesh into small chunks.
In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, combine the diced mangoes, sugar, lemon juice, and water.
Place the pot over medium heat and stir to mix all the ingredients together.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring frequently to prevent sticking or burning.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and allow the mixture to simmer. Stir occasionally and break up larger mango chunks with a wooden spoon or potato masher to achieve your desired consistency.
After about 30 minutes, check the thickness of the preserves. To test, place a small spoonful of the mixture on a cold plate and allow it to cool. If it forms a gel-like consistency, it’s ready. If not, continue cooking for another 5-10 minutes and test again.
Once the preserves reach the right consistency, remove the pot from heat. Stir in the vanilla extract (if using) for added depth of flavor.
Allow the preserves to cool slightly, then transfer them to sterilized glass jars. Seal the jars tightly.
Let the jars cool completely at room temperature before storing them in the refrigerator. The preserves can be refrigerated for up to 3 weeks or stored in a freezer-safe container for longer preservation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
631 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.6 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 8 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 157.1 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 152.2 g | ||
| Protein | 3.3 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 48 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 641 mg | 14% | |
*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.
