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This sugar-free plum jam is the perfect choice for those looking for a healthy sweet treat without sacrificing flavor. Made only with natural fruits, it takes advantage of the pectin from ripe apples to achieve a thick and shiny texture, without added sugars. Ideal for accompanying toast, yogurt, or desserts, this homemade jam is suitable for low-sugar diets and for those who want to take care of their eating habits.
The recipe combines fresh plums with grated apple, lemon, cinnamon, and ginger, creating a perfect balance between acidity and natural sweetness. The process is simple: cook the fruits over low heat and then reduce over high heat until the desired consistency is reached. If you prefer a finer texture, you can blend it lightly.
This sugar-free jam is not only delicious but also versatile. You can adjust the spices to your taste or even add other seasonal fruits. Enjoy a healthy and flavorful breakfast with this easy and quick preparation.
Prep
40 min
Cook
1 min
Servings
22
Wash fruits thoroughly. Cut the plums in half to remove the bone; then remove the core of the apple and grate it finely, leaving the skin.
In a saucepan, place the apple, plum together with the lemon juice, cinnamon and ginger. Add the water to prevent the fruit from sticking to the bottom.
Simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally with a spoon.
After this time, bring it to a high heat until it boils and let it reduce for 40 minutes. Remember not to stop stirring until the water evaporates and the pieces of fruit soften. When the jam looks thick and shiny, remove from the heat and let it cool for a couple of minutes.
If you like the texture to be smoother, you can process it with a hand blender. Watch out for splashes as the mixture will be hot.
Fill the jar that should be hot with the hot jam, leave 2 cm free. For safety use a mitten to grip the container while you screw the lid firmly and very quickly turn it over to form a vacuum. Leave it in this position for 7min. Store when the jam is tempered.
This jam can have approximately 4 months of shelf life if you keep it in a cool, dry place. After opening it you should store it in the fridge. As it has no sugar, its duration will be shorter.
☆ While not the safest method of sealing, it is the fastest for small quantities.
☆ If you want to sweeten it, use 2 tablespoons of date paste or you can add honey instead.
☆ It yields 22 servings taking 2 teaspoons of jam (24g) per piece of toast as a reference.
This recipe has a easy difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is 40 minutes and the cooking time is 1 minutes.
This recipe is designed for 22 servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.
