Peanut Free Apricot Jam
There is something deeply satisfying about making your own jam from scratch, and this apricot version is the kind of spread that makes you want to eat it straight off the spoon. Fresh apricots, honey, and a bright hit of lemon juice come together in a saucepan to create something far more vibrant than anything you'd find in a store-bought jar. The warm spice from Ceylon cinnamon and ground ginger gives it a subtle complexity that feels almost fancy without requiring any special skills. Store-bought jams and preserves can sometimes carry hidden risks from shared production lines, so making this at home means you know exactly what went into every spoonful. The process is straightforward — cook, mash to your preferred texture, and watch it thicken into a glossy, jewel-toned spread that sets beautifully in the fridge. Slather it on toast, swirl it into yogurt, or use it as a glaze for roasted meats — this jam is endlessly versatile and genuinely hard to stop eating.
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16 servings
- 2 lb fresh apricots, pitted and roughly chopped
- ⅓ cup honey
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
Instructions
- 1
Combine the chopped apricots, honey, and lemon juice in a medium saucepan. Stir to coat the fruit, then let the mixture sit for 5 minutes until the apricots begin to release their juices.
- 2
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring frequently, until the apricots soften and begin to break down, about 8–10 minutes.
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