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Maple Rhubarb Jam

Sweet Maple Rhubarb Jam for Cozy Homemade Mornings

Maple Rhubarb Jam is a delightful small-batch preserve that perfectly blends sweet maple syrup and tart rhubarb for a unique breakfast treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 1 jar
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Canadian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Jam
  • 2 cups chopped rhubarb fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup 100% pure maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed or bottled
  • 1 packet pectin powder dissolve at the onset of cooking
  • 1 pinch table salt to balance sweetness
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom adjust to taste
For the Jar
  • 1 jar clean glass jar for storing the jam

Equipment

  • Medium Pot
  • glass jar
  • spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium pot, combine chopped rhubarb, maple syrup, lemon juice, pectin powder, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to dissolve the pectin completely.
  2. Bring the mixture to a roaring boil over medium heat, cooking for about 2 minutes while stirring occasionally.
  3. Reduce the heat and let the jam cook at a gentle simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring regularly until it thickens.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in the ground cardamom, allowing the flavors to meld together as it cools slightly.
  5. Pour the warm jam into a clean glass jar, leaving some space at the top. Allow it to cool completely before sealing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1jarCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 50gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 45gVitamin C: 5mg

Notes

Use fresh rhubarb for optimal flavor. Adjust the sweetness by modifying the amount of maple syrup as needed.

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