5 ingredient cherry jam
Cherry season is definitely one of my favorite things about Summer. So I always try to make the most of it and turn them into all sorts of recipes, like this 5 ingredient cherry jam! It is vegan and naturally gluten free.
Servings 1 small batch*
Ingredients
- 200 g cherries (pitted and halved)**
- 50 g strawberries ***
- 2 Tbsp (30g) maple syrup ***
- 1/4 Tsp almond extract
- 1/2 Tbsp agar agar
- 4-5 Tbsp water
Instructions
- Add the cherries, strawberries and maple syrup to a small pot. Bring to a quick boil, then reduce to a simmer on medium heat and let everything cook for around 5 minutes until the fruit are soft.
- Add the almond extract and agar agar and cook for 1-2 further minutes until the mixture thickens. Stir continuously. Let cool a bit.
- Add the water and blend until completely smooth with the help of an immersion blender. If you find the texture too thick, just add 1-2 more tablespoons of water.
- Transfer to a glas jar and let cool completely. Then place the (airtight) lid on top and store in the fridge. The jam will keep for 2-3 days . ENJOY!
Notes
*This makes a rather small amount of cherry jam, but is just right if you eat it within a few days. Otherwise, you can just up the amount of the ingredients.
**You can use fresh or frozen ones.
***Instead of strawberries, you could also use raspberries.
***If you do not have maple syrup, opt for any other liquid sweetener you have on hand!