Making Crab Apple Jam with Local Nova Scotia Ingredients

At The Crab Apple Cookery & Cafe, we love to use local ingredients in our homemade baked goods and dishes. One ingredient that we're particularly fond of is, of course, crab apples—which are abundant in our area all year round. 

In this blog post, we're excited to share a recipe for Crab Apple Jam, which is a delicious way to enjoy this versatile fruit. Our recipe is easy to follow and only requires a few simple ingredients, so it's perfect for both experienced and beginner cooks. 

Whether you're a crab apple enthusiast or just looking to try something new, we hope you enjoy making this jam as much as we do!

Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs crab apples, washed and cored

  • 3 cups sugar

  • 1/2 cup water

  • Juice of 1 lemon

Instructions:

  1. Cut the crab apples into quarters, leaving the skin on.

  2. In a large pot, combine the crab apples, sugar, and water.

  3. Cook over medium heat until the crab apples are soft and the mixture thickens, stirring occasionally. This should take about 30-40 minutes.

  4. Remove from heat and let cool for 10 minutes.

  5. Use an immersion blender to blend the mixture until it's smooth.

  6. Add the lemon juice and stir to combine.

  7. Pour the mixture into sterilized jars and seal.

  8. Store in the fridge for up to 3 months.

This delicious jam is perfect on toast or as a topping for yogurt or ice cream. Enjoy!

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