Easy Vitamix® Apple Jam

This easy recipe for apple jam prepared using a Vitamix® makes a delicious addition to homemade biscuits or waffles.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 40 mins
• Total Time: 55 mins
• Calories: 148 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups white sugar
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 3 pounds Fuji apples
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened pectin

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Remove stems from apples and discard; wash. Peel and remove cores; reserve. Dice apples.n

Step 2

Place apples into a large microwave-safe dish and microwave for 20 minutes, stirring after 10 minutes.n

Step 3

At the same time, place peelings and cores into a pot with enough water to barely cover. Boil for 15 to 20 minutes.n

Step 4

Remove diced apples from the microwave and mash with a potato masher. Add sugar, pectin, ginger, and salt. Stir.n

Step 5

Pour cores, peelings, and liquid apple mixture into a Vitamixu0026reg; and blend on high speed (8 or 9) until everything is well broken down to a thin applesauce consistency, 2 to 3 minutes.n

Step 6

Transfer the apple mixture to a deep skillet and bring to a rolling boil. Reduce heat and let simmer until thickened, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from heat, mix in lemon juice, and fill jars; clean the rims and seal.n