Fall is pumpkin season! This vibrant orange vegetable can be used in many delicious recipes, including savory dishes and sweet treats like cakes and cookies. It’s also perfect as a spread or filling for pastries. You can easily make pumpkin jam at home using apple juice.
Variations for Your Squash Jam
You can customize your pumpkin jam to your taste. Try these variations:
- Use orange juice instead of apple juice.
- Add fresh apple, pear, or orange for a chunky texture.
- Stir in ยฝ teaspoon of grated ginger for a warm spice.
- Replace the juice with coconut milk and add ginger for an irresistibly exotic flavor.
You can make pumpkin jam with any edible pumpkin variety. Keep in mind that firmer varieties may require longer cooking times.
How Long Does it Last?
If you pour the hot pumpkin jam into clean, sterilized jars, it can last for several months. It’s essential that the jars are thoroughly cleaned and as sterile as possible.
Ingredients
- 2.2 pounds pumpkin peeled and cut into cubes
- 3.4 floz. apple juice natural
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice natural
- 1 cinnamon stick whole
- 2 whole cloves
- 1 pinch of nutmeg
- 1 pinch of salt
Instructions
- Start by cutting the pumpkin flesh into rough pieces and place them in a large pot. Add the apple juice and lemon juice, then toss in the cinnamon stick and cloves.
- Bring everything to a boil and simmer the pumpkin until it's soft. This should take about 10 to 15 minutes, depending on the variety.
- Once the pumpkin is soft, remove the pot from the heat and take out the cinnamon stick and cloves. Use an immersion blender to puree the pumpkin until smooth.
- Return the pot to the stove and add lemon juice, nutmeg and a pinch of salt. Let the mixture cook, stirring frequently, for about 15-20 minutes until it thickens to your desired consistency.
- Fill the hot pumpkin jam into clean jars while it’s still hot and seal them tightly. As the jars cool, a vacuum seal will form, helping your pumpkin jam last longer.
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