Kiwi Jam Recipe
Brighten your breakfast with this vibrant Kiwi Jam, a delightful fusion of sweet and tart that captures the essence of summer in each spoonful. Perfect for spreading on toast, topping yogurt, or gifting to friends, this easy-to-make jam comes together in just 30-40 minutes. With its stunning green color and irresistible flavor, it’s sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: About 16 servings (16 tablespoons) 1x
- Category: Spread
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: New Zealand
Ingredients
Scale
- 6–8 ripe kiwis (about 4 cups chopped)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 package (1.75 oz) pectin
Instructions
- Peel and chop the kiwis into small pieces until you have about four cups.
- In a large pot, combine the kiwi chunks, sugar, and lemon juice. Stir until mixed.
- Sprinkle pectin over the mixture while stirring continuously. Heat to medium-high until boiling.
- Cook for 5-10 minutes, stirring frequently. To test readiness, drop a spoonful onto a cold plate; if it holds shape after cooling, it's ready.
- Pour hot jam into sterilized jars, leaving headspace at the top to avoid overflow.
- Seal tightly and let cool at room temperature before storing in the fridge or pantry.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg