A delightful and easy-to-make apple jelly recipe that captures the sweet and tart flavors of fresh apples. Perfect for spreading on toast or using in desserts.
Preparation time
20min
Cooking time
1h
Ingredients
4 Servings
- 2000 g apples
- 50 ml lemon juice
- 1000 g sugar
- 500 ml water
Directions
Step 1
Wash and cut the apples into small pieces, including the peels and cores.
Step 2
Place the apples in a large pot and add water. Bring to a boil and then simmer for about 30 minutes until the apples are soft.
Step 3
Strain the apple mixture through a jelly bag or a fine mesh sieve to extract the juice. Measure the juice.
Step 4
Return the juice to the pot and add sugar and lemon juice. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.
Step 5
Bring the mixture to a boil and cook until it reaches the setting point (about 105°C or 220°F). This should take about 20-30 minutes.
Step 6
Pour the hot jelly into sterilized jars, leaving a small gap at the top. Seal the jars and let them cool completely.