Description
Plum jam from jamie oliver showcases seasonal British fruit with simple ingredients. Homemade preserves offer delightful sweetness you can enjoy on toast or share with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 kg (4.4 lbs) plums, pitted and roughly chopped
- 2 kg (4.4 lbs) white granulated sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3 cinnamon sticks (optional)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 small knob of butter
Instructions
- Preparation: Sanitize glass preserving jars through thorough washing or dishwasher cycle. Chill ceramic saucers in freezer for jam consistency testing.
- Fruit Softening: Combine plums and water in heavy-bottomed stainless steel pot. Gently simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally until fruits become tender while maintaining structural integrity.
- Flavor Integration: Gradually fold sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice into simmering fruit mixture. Stir continuously until sugar dissolves completely, allowing ingredients to harmonize without reaching boiling temperature.
- Jam Setting: Intensify heat to high, creating a vigorous rolling boil. Maintain constant stirring to prevent burning. After 5-6 minutes, perform setting test by dropping jam onto chilled saucer – verify wrinkle formation when pushed with fingertip.
- Finishing and Preserving: Remove from heat immediately. Optional: incorporate whole cinnamon sticks and butter for enhanced flavor profile. Rest jam for 12-15 minutes. Carefully ladle into sterilized, heated glass jars. Seal lids securely and allow to cool naturally at room temperature.
Notes
- Sterilize with Care: Thoroughly wash jars and utensils in hot, soapy water or dishwasher to prevent bacterial contamination and ensure food safety.
- Fruit Selection Matters: Choose ripe, unblemished plums for the most vibrant flavor and optimal jam consistency.
- Patience During Cooking: Stir continuously and avoid high heat to prevent burning and achieve smooth, even texture.
- Set Test is Critical: Use the chilled saucer method to precisely determine when jam reaches perfect setting point, ensuring ideal spreadability and thickness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: uk
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 100g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 104g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg