3 Perfect Chokecherry Jelly Recipes That Stun Every Time
A sweet and tart jelly made from chokecherries, perfect for spreading on toast or using in desserts.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Total Time: 35 mins
- Yield: 5 half-pint jars 1x
- Category: Preserves
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups chokecherry juice
- 1 package (1.75 oz) powdered pectin
- 5 cups granulated sugar
Instructions
- Prepare chokecherry juice by simmering berries with water and straining.
- Combine chokecherry juice and pectin in a large pot. Bring to a boil.
- Add sugar, stirring until dissolved. Return to a rolling boil for 1 minute.
- Remove from heat and skim off foam.
- Pour into sterilized jars and seal.
Notes
- Use ripe chokecherries for best flavor.
- Adjust sugar to taste if berries are very tart.
- Store in a cool, dark place.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tbsp
- 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