Description
An absolutely delicious 4 ingredient recipe, making homemade pineapple jam is a straightforward process. The fruit is cooked down until soft, sweetened, and reduced into a delicious spread that’s perfect for toast, pastries, or desserts. Feel free to experiment with adding herbs or fresh chili for a lovely kick.
Ingredients
1 large pineapple (about 4 cups/800 grams grated pulp)
1 cup (240 ml) water
2 cups (400 grams) granulated sugar
Juice of 2 limes
Red chili, chopped (optional)
Fresh mint, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Pineapple
Peel the pineapple completely, removing the eyes and core.
Grate the pineapple to yield about 4 cups (800 grams) of pineapple pulp.
Step 2: Cook the Pineapple
Place the grated pineapple pulp and 1 cup (240 ml) of water into a saucepan.
Cook on medium heat for 20 minutes, stirring frequently to avoid burning. The pineapple should become soft and tender.
Step 3: Add Sugar and Lime Juice
Once the pineapple pulp has softened, stir in 2 cups (400 grams) of sugar and the freshly squeezed lime juice.
Mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly.
Step 4: Simmer to Jam Consistency
Cook the mixture on medium-low heat for about 30 minutes.
Stir frequently until the jam thickens and the liquid reduces significantly. To test readiness, place a small spoonful on a chilled plate; the jam should hold its shape.
Step 5: Store the Jam
Carefully spoon the hot jam into sterilized jars with tight-fitting lids.
Allow the jam to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate.
Store refrigerated for up to 3 months.
Notes
Use fully ripe pineapples for sweeter jam.
Sterilize jars properly to extend shelf life.
Stir often to prevent the jam from sticking and burning.
Experiment with adding fresh herbs (like mint) for a different flavor, or chili for a little kick.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: French American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg