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Easy Small Batch Amaretto Cherry Jam Recipe No Pectin for Perfect Homemade Spread

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A quick and easy small batch cherry jam infused with amaretto, made without pectin for a natural, perfect homemade spread with a rich, boozy flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (300 grams) fresh cherries, pitted and halved
  • 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoons (45 ml) amaretto liqueur
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) water

Instructions

  1. Prepare the cherries: Rinse and pit about 2 cups (300 grams) of fresh cherries. Halve them for quicker cooking. This step takes about 10 minutes.
  2. Combine ingredients: In your saucepan, add cherries, 1 cup (200 grams) of granulated sugar, 1/4 cup (60 ml) water, and 2 tablespoons (30 ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice. Stir gently to combine.
  3. Cook the jam: Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer. Stir frequently to prevent sticking. Maintain a gentle simmer for about 25-30 minutes until cherries soften and liquid thickens.
  4. Check the consistency: Place a small spoonful on a chilled plate. After a minute, run your finger through it. If it wrinkles and doesn’t flood back, the jam is ready. If still runny, continue simmering and test every 5 minutes.
  5. Add the amaretto: Remove the pan from heat and stir in 3 tablespoons (45 ml) of amaretto liqueur to keep the alcohol’s flavor bright and fresh.
  6. Cool and jar: Let the jam cool slightly before transferring to clean glass jars. Seal tightly and refrigerate. The jam will thicken more as it cools.

Notes

Use fresh, firm cherries for best texture; frozen cherries can be used if thawed and drained. Stir regularly to prevent burning. Test jam set with chilled plate test. For chunkier jam, mash cherries lightly during cooking; for smoother jam, strain after cooking. Substitute amaretto with almond extract for alcohol-free version.

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