Description
Apple Cinnamon Jelly is a sweet and spiced homemade preserve that brings warmth and nostalgia in every spoonful. This jelly blends the crisp, fruity flavor of apple juice with the rich cinnamon taste of red hot candies. Perfect for spreading on toast, drizzling over pancakes, or even as a glaze for baked goods, this jelly is both versatile and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups apple juice
- 1/2 cup red hot candies
- 1 package powdered pectin (1.75 oz or 6 tablespoons)
- 4 1/2 cups sugar
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine apple juice, red hot candies, and powdered pectin.
- Bring the mixture to a full rolling boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly until the candies are completely dissolved.
- Add sugar and return to a full boil.
- Boil hard for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Preheat the water bath canner by heating water. To prevent cloudiness, add a splash of vinegar or 1/8 teaspoon of cream of tartar to the water in the canner.
- Keep the jars in hot water until ready to fill.
- Empty the water from the jars and carefully fill with the hot jelly, leaving 1/4 inch of headspace.
- Wipe the jar rims with a damp paper towel to remove any residue, then place a flat lid on each jar. Screw the band on fingertip tight.
- Using a jar lifter, place the jars into the water bath canner with hot water, ensuring the water covers the tops of the jars by at least an inch.
- Bring the water to a full rolling boil and process for 10 minutes.
- Turn off the heat and let the jars sit in the water for 5 additional minutes before removing them.
- Carefully lift the jars out with canning tongs and place them on a clean towel.
- Allow the jars to sit undisturbed for several hours until sealed.
- Once cooled and sealed, remove the bands, wipe the jars clean, and label them with the contents and date
Notes
- If your jelly does not set, let it rest for 24 hours, as it may thicken over time. If it remains runny, reprocess it by boiling again with extra pectin.
- Store sealed jars in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year. Once opened, refrigerate and use within 3-4 weeks.
- For a natural alternative to red hot candies, use 1-2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon or simmer 2-3 cinnamon sticks with the apple juice.
- This jelly pairs wonderfully with toast, biscuits, yogurt, pancakes, and even as a glaze for pastries
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes