Description
This Easy Fall Caramel Apple Jam is a cozy homemade spread that combines crisp apples, warm cinnamon, and buttery caramel flavors. Perfect for toast, pancakes, desserts, or gifting, this caramel apple jam recipe is easy, pectin-free, and captures the essence of fall. A must-try for fans of seasonal apple recipes, jams, and fall breakfasts.
Ingredients
2 ½ cups finely diced apples
½ cup brown sugar
½ cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch of salt
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Peel, core, and finely dice the apples. Smaller pieces create a smoother jam.
2. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine apples, brown sugar, granulated sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and salt.
3. Bring mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
4. Simmer for 30 to 40 minutes, stirring often, until apples break down and the mixture thickens.
5. Stir in the butter and vanilla extract. Let simmer for an additional 5 minutes until glossy.
6. Spoon the hot jam into clean jars and let cool to room temperature.
7. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.
Notes
This recipe makes about 3 to 4 small jars.
You can use a mix of apple varieties for a deeper flavor.
For longer storage, process the jars using the water bath method.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Jam & Spreads
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 55
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 1.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0.4g
- Protein: 0.1g
- Cholesterol: 4mg