Apple Cinnamon Jam for Winter: Recipe + 6 Step-by-Step Photos

Everyone usually tries to get rid of the brown tint in apples. But in this recipe, it's the opposite. Cinnamon not only adds a soft, spicy finish to the dessert, but also imparts a unique aroma. The spice further colors the jam, deepening its cinnamon hue.

Nutritional value per serving

31 kcal

Proteins: 0.6 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 7.2 g

*Nutritional value is calculated per 100g of ingredients

Total time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Time in the kitchen: 20 min
Complexity:

It's easy and straightforward to prepare, but it does require some experience. Not everyone can do it right the first time.
Number of servings: 1

Green and sour apples are best for jam. They impart a more interesting and rich flavor to the preserves. Green apples also contain more pectin, which, when combined with natural acids and sugar, produces the most effective jam.

The jam is made entirely without water to maximize the apple flavor. However, instead of simmering the apples in their own juice, the fruit is first baked until soft. This gives the jam a distinctive, homemade aroma.

Recipe with step-by-step photos

Apple jam with cinnamon for the winter

Ingredients

Servings

Apples

2 kg
Sugar

1 kg
Cinnamon

1 tsp

Preparation

Step 1

Prepare and wash the apples.

Step 2

Peel the apples and remove the cores. Then cut them into pieces.

Step 3

Bake the apples in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius for about 25 minutes, until soft. Then gradually puree the fruit using an immersion blender.

Step 4

Pour the applesauce into a saucepan, add sugar, and simmer on the stove, stirring constantly. Bring to a boil and simmer for about 40 minutes.

Step 5

When the puree darkens, add ground cinnamon.

Step 6

Continue cooking the jam until it's ready. You can test the dessert by dropping a drop of the apple mixture onto a plate. If it holds its shape when you tilt the plate, the jam is ready. You can pour it into sterilized jars.

Similar video recipe: Apple Cinnamon Jam

A classic version of apple-cinnamon jam. Maria demonstrates how to quickly preserve it for the winter with minimal effort. Of course, you'll have to wait a bit for the apples to release their juices and cook to the desired consistency. But with this recipe, you can make enough for the whole year in one evening.

How to store apple jam

The shelf life of the jam in sterilized, sealed jars is 2 years. Jars can be stored at room temperature, but be sure to keep away from sunlight. After opening, the jam can be refrigerated. Theoretically, it can be kept refrigerated for another 2 weeks, but it's best to eat it within 3-5 days to ensure it doesn't ferment.

Apple and cinnamon are one of the most popular and versatile flavor combinations. You can never go wrong with apple jam, whether it's added to pancakes, crepes, or as a filling for baked goods. So, prepping a couple of jars of this savory dessert is a time well worth the effort.

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