Description
Celebrate the vibrant flavors of spring with this delightful Rhubarb Jam, a simple recipe that requires just two key ingredients: fresh rhubarb and sugar. This easy-to-make jam boasts a perfect balance of tartness and sweetness, making it an ideal spread for toast, pancakes, or as a topping for desserts. Whether you’re hosting a brunch, enjoying a picnic, or simply savoring a homemade treat at home, this rhubarb jam will impress your friends and family with its fresh taste and beautiful color. Plus, it’s free from pectin, ensuring a natural flavor that captures the essence of spring.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/2 pounds rhubarb stalks (chopped, about 8 cups)
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
Instructions
- Combine chopped rhubarb and sugar in a glass or stainless steel bowl. Stir well and let sit until the sugar dissolves and juice forms (several hours or overnight).
- Transfer the mixture to a stainless steel pot over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil while stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat to medium-low after boiling. Cook while stirring until thickened and the rhubarb breaks down (about 30 minutes).
- Allow the jam to cool before transferring it into clean jars for storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg