Homemade Grape Jelly
Homemade grape jelly is a delightful spread that brings back memories of sunny afternoons in the kitchen. This easy-to-make recipe captures the sweet and tangy essence of ripe Concord grapes, transforming them into a luscious, vibrant jelly perfect for toast, pastries, or simply enjoying by the spoonful. With just a few simple ingredients and clear instructions, you’ll create a jar full of nostalgia that elevates any meal. Let’s embark on this sweet adventure together!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 2 cups (16 servings) 1x
- Category: Spread
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh Concord grapes
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 package (1.75 oz) fruit pectin
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and wash grapes thoroughly.
- In a large pot, combine grapes and water. Heat over medium until soft (about 10 minutes). Mash to release juices.
- Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve, pressing gently to extract all juice.
- Return juice to pot, stir in sugar and pectin until dissolved. Bring to a rolling boil while stirring continuously.
- Boil for 5-10 minutes until thickened; it should coat the back of a spoon.
- Ladle hot jelly into sterilized jars, sealing immediately with lids. Cool completely at room temperature before refrigerating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg