Description
Amish Rhubarb Jam is a delightful blend of sweet and tangy flavors that brings the taste of tradition right into your kitchen. This easy-to-follow recipe combines fresh rhubarb with sweet pineapple and a hint of cherry for a unique jam that’s perfect on toast, as a topping for desserts, or even as a savory complement to meats. Enjoy the satisfaction of making this homemade preserve without any artificial additives, ensuring you savor the authentic taste of fruit. Whether you’re new to canning or an experienced cook, this recipe offers straightforward steps to create a delicious batch of Amish Rhubarb Jam that you can enjoy year-round.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups diced rhubarb
- 4 cups granulated sugar (or 2 cups for a less sweet version)
- 1 small can (8 oz) crushed pineapple
- 1 package (3 oz) cherry-flavored Vegan Gelatin
Instructions
- Prepare the rhubarb by washing and dicing it into small pieces.
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine rhubarb and sugar, stirring frequently until dissolved and rhubarb softens (about 15-20 minutes).
- Add crushed pineapple with its juice and cook for another 3 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in the Vegan Gelatin until fully dissolved.
- Ladle hot jam into sterilized jars, leaving about 1/4 inch headspace.
- Wipe jar rims clean, apply lids and bands securely, then process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes.
- Cool jars on a towel, check seals, and store in a cool, dark place.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (20g)
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg