No-Sugar Apricot Satin Recipe ๐
Overview:
Name: No-Sugar Apricot Satin
Cook Time: 1 hour
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Description: Embrace the sweetness of apricots without the guilt of added sugar in this delightful recipe. Perfect for those on a sugar-free journey, this No-Sugar Apricot Satin offers a luscious taste of summer in every bite. Additionally, it provides comprehensive guidance on canning steps, making it a valuable addition to your culinary repertoire.
Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks
Keywords: Fruit, Canadian, Vegan, Kid Friendly, Kosher, Christmas, Weeknight, Canning, Stove Top, Small Appliance, < 4 Hours
Yield: 5 half-pint jars
Calories: 358.6 per serving
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Fat: 0.7g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 29.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 91.7g
- Fiber: 7.7g
- Sugar: 70.7g
- Protein: 4.2g
Ingredients:
Ingredients | Quantities |
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Apricots | 1 |
Water | 2 cups |
Lemon juice | – |
Orange juice | 1 cup |
Sugar substitute | 1/2 cup |
Bernardin No Sugar Needed Fruit Pectin | – |
Instructions:
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Prepare Canning Equipment:
- Fill a boiling water canner with water.
- Place 5 clean 1-cup mason jars in the canner.
- Boil for 10 minutes to sterilize.
- In another saucepan, boil Snap Lids for 5 minutes to soften sealing compound.
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Prepare Apricot Mixture:
- In a saucepan, combine apricots, 1-1/2 cups water, and 1 cup of orange juice.
- Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat, and simmer gently for 15 to 20 minutes.
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Puree Apricots:
- Transfer the apricot mixture to a food processor or blender and puree.
- Place the puree in a glass measuring cup and add water to measure 4 1/2 cups in total.
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Cooking the Jam:
- In a large deep stainless steel saucepan, combine the apricot puree, lemon juice, and the remaining 1 cup of orange juice.
- Gradually stir Bernardin No Sugar Needed Fruit Pectin into the fruit mixture, ensuring not to add all the pectin at once.
- Stir constantly and bring to a full rolling boil.
- Boil hard for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
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Sweeten and Prepare Jars:
- Remove the saucepan from heat.
- Dissolve Equal in 1/2 cup water and add it to the fruit mixture.
- Stir the mixture for a full 2 minutes.
- Ladle the jam into hot sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch of headspace.
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Canning Process:
- Use a rubber spatula to remove air bubbles and readjust the headspace to 1/4 inch.
- Wipe the jar rims to remove any stickiness.
- Center a Snap Lid on each jar and apply the screw bands until fingertip tight.
- Place the jars in the canner and cover.
- Bring the water back to a boil and process (boil) for 5 minutes.
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Final Steps:
- Remove the jars from the canner and allow them to cool undisturbed for 24 hours.
- Check the jar seals (sealed lids should curve downward).
- Any jars that have not sealed properly should be stored in the fridge and consumed promptly.
Enjoy your delightful No-Sugar Apricot Satin spread on toast, paired with cheese, or as a thoughtful homemade gift for friends and family! This recipe not only tantalizes the taste buds but also offers the satisfaction of homemade goodness without the added sugar.