15 Homemade Jam And Jelly Recipes To Sweeten Any Day
The convenience of store-bought ingredients can save tons of time during busy weeks, and there are some things that even the best chefs don't make from scratch. When it comes to jam, though, we're partial to the homemade variety. Jam recipes are the easiest way to add something homemade to your spread without much effort at all. Even novice cooks can throw together a delicious homemade jam on the stovetop or even easier—in the slow cooker. If you went a little overboard buying fresh produce at the farmer's market this week, don't let anything go to waste. Simply make one of our gorgeous jam recipes with the leftovers. With sweet and savory options, our homemade jam recipes can be added to biscuits, burgers, peanut butter sandwiches, cornbread, and more. Plus, if you need a last-minute host gift that feels personal, whip up some homemade jam, put it in a mini Mason jar, and tie it with a cute ribbon. Voila! You gave a memorable and delicious gift they'll really appreciate. A jar of homemade jam is one of our favorite staples to always have on hand.
Bacon Jam
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Whether you use it as an addition to a charcuterie board, as a topping for a cheeseburger, or spooned over whipped goat cheese, this bacon jam is always a hit!
Strawberry-Lemonade Jam
Not only is Strawberry-Lemonade Jam spread between the layers of our Strawberry-Lemonade Layer Cake, this sweet-tart jam does double duty as a base for savory sides and entrees.
Strawberry Jam
Savor the sweet flavor of fresh strawberries long after the season is done with this three-ingredient recipe.
Tomato Jam
Beautifully sweet and savory, this fresh tomato jam is a true summer treat. It pairs well with biscuits and burgers.
Peach Jam
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
We love this fresh peach jam spread on a biscuit or spooned over vanilla ice cream!
Fig Jam
Lemon brightens up this sweet, summery jam recipe that's perfect for beginner cooks.
Pear Preserves
We're carrying late-summer produce all the way through winter with this recipe for Pear Preserves.
Spiced Plum Compote
Spiced with ginger and cinnamon, this plum compote is just what you need for the season.
Blueberry Compote
Use this 4-ingredient Blueberry Compote to top a stack of lemon-ricotta pancakes.
Red Chipotle Pepper Jelly
Pair this Red Chipotle Pepper Jelly with cream cheese and crackers and you're on your way to appetizer heaven.
Bacon-and-Sweet Onion Jam
We love this sweet and savory condiment on our Pork Tenderloin Sliders.
Jalapeño Jelly
Who said jelly has to be sweet? This Jalapeño Jelly has just the savory, spicy kick we're craving.
Blackberry Jelly
Stew up a big batch of this Blackberry Jelly and gift it to all of your friends as a sign of the season.
Slow-Cooker Apple Butter
Break out the slow-cooker: this Apple Butter is going to be the gift of the season.
Roasted Strawberry Compote
This Roasted Strawberry Compote is one of our new favorite ice cream toppings.
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