Description
Italian Lemon Jam is a bright and zesty spread that captures the essence of fresh lemons in every bite. This delightful homemade jam is perfect for enhancing your breakfast toast, elevating desserts, or even as a unique glaze for savory dishes. With just a handful of simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, you can create this refreshing treat that brings a taste of summer to your kitchen year-round. Whether you’re hosting a brunch or looking for a thoughtful gift, this Italian Lemon Jam is sure to impress with its vibrant flavor and versatility.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large lemons
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the lemons by washing and drying them. Zest the lemons and juice them, discarding the seeds.
- In a large pot, combine lemon juice, zest, sugar, and water. Stir until sugar dissolves.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.
- Test for doneness by placing a small amount on a cold plate; if it gels after cooling slightly, it’s ready.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly before pouring into sterilized jars. Seal tightly and allow to cool completely before storing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Canning
- 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