Cozy Up with Homemade Apple Thyme Jam for Fall Delights

Apple Thyme Jam brings the taste of fall to your breakfast table with a delightful blend of sweetness and herbal notes.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Processing Time 10

Total Time 55

Servings: 4 jars

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 50

For the Jam

6 cups Honeycrisp apples, chopped Peeled, cored, and chopped into small, even pieces.
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice Always use fresh for best results.
1 tsp lemon zest Zest directly over the pot for maximum impact.
1 cup apple juice Enhances the taste of the jam.
1 pkg fruit pectin Follow instructions for best results.
5 cups granulated sugar Not only sweetens but also aids in preservation.
1/4 cup fresh thyme, chopped Optional but adds great flavor.

Step-by-Step Instructions for Apple Thyme Jam

Prepare the apples by peeling, coring, and chopping them into small, even pieces.
In a large pot, combine the chopped apples, lemon juice, lemon zest, and apple juice over medium heat. Simmer for about 5–7 minutes.
Stir in the fruit pectin and increase the heat to bring the mixture to a rolling boil.
Once boiling, add all the granulated sugar and chopped fresh thyme, stirring constantly.
Remove the pot from heat and skim off any foam that forms on the surface.
Ladle the hot apple thyme jam into sterilized jars, leaving about a quarter-inch of headspace at the top.
Optionally, add a sprig of thyme to each jar before sealing.
If processing for long-term storage, process jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes.

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 13gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 25mgSugar: 12gCalcium: 1mg

Store unopened jars in a cool, dark place for up to a year. Once opened, keep refrigerated and consume within 3 weeks.

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