Description
Italian Lemon Jam is a delightful, zesty spread that bursts with sunshine and flavor. This easy-to-make jam requires minimal ingredients and adds a refreshing twist to your meals. Perfect for breakfast toast, drizzled over desserts, or as an ingredient in various recipes, this vibrant jam captures the essence of summer in every jar.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large lemons
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and dry the lemons. Zest them using a zester and set the zest aside. Juice the lemons, discarding any seeds.
- In a medium pot, combine lemon juice, zest, sugar, and water. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.
- To test doneness, place a small amount on a cold plate; if it gels upon cooling, it's ready.
- Allow the jam to cool slightly before pouring it into sterilized jars while warm. Seal tightly and let cool at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (20g)
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg