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Homemade Apricot Preserves Without Sugar

Homemade apricot preserves without sugar are naturally sweet and tangy. They are perfect for spreading on toast, stirring into yogurt, or glazing savory dishes. This simple recipe highlights the fresh flavor of apricots in every spoonful.
Course Breakfast, Pantry
Cuisine American, International
Keyword apricot, apricot jam, apricot preserves, blenheim apricot, chunk, flavor, freeze, jam, jam recipe, jar, juice, refrigerator, spread, stir, sweetness, taste, toast
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Servings 20 Portions
Calories 1kcal
Author Zuzana Paar

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 6 Pieces Apricots
  • 1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1/2 Cup Water
  • 1/2 teaspoon Xanthan Gum optional
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • Wash, pit, and slice apricots in half, then prepare optional ingredients like lemon juice, cinnamon, water, and xanthan gum for thickening.
  • Combine apricots, lemon juice, cinnamon, and water in a pot, bring to a gentle boil, and cook for about 20 minutes until thickened; mash with a potato masher.
  • Add xanthan gum if desired and stir until incorporated; check the consistency and skim off any foam for a smooth finish.
  • Use a hand blender for a smoother texture or a masher for chunkier preserves, blending until you reach your preferred consistency.
  • Pour the warm preserves into a clean jar, leaving space at the top, seal tightly, cool completely, and refrigerate before serving.

Notes

  • Fully clean and wash glasses and lids.
  • Place into the microwave for 5 minutes before filling up.
  • Fill while boiling; put the lid but do not screw it. The lid will suck in. After you screw, add a freezing ice-cold towel on top for the lid to suck even more for 15 minutes. 
  • Turn all jars upside down and fold into a thick blanket for 24 hours.
  • Because of the lack of sugar, it will only last for a few weeks. If you want to preserve it longer, add half a cup of sweetener. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1Portion | Calories: 1kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.2g | Protein: 0.01g | Fat: 0.004g | Saturated Fat: 0.001g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.001g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 2mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.05g | Vitamin A: 6IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 0.01mg