Cherry & Cinnamon Conserve
This cherry conserve recipe is a delightful combination of fresh cherries, citrusy lemon zest and juice, and warm cinnamon. The rich flavors come together to create a sweet and tangy spread that is perfect for spreading on toast or using in baking. Testing for readiness is key to ensure the perfect texture, so be sure to follow the steps closely. Enjoy the taste of summer with each spoonful of this homemade conserve!
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 1kg cherry , stoned
- 1 cinnamon stick
- zest and juice 2 lemon
- 500g jam and sugar with added pectin
Instructions
- Put a couple of saucers into the freezer. Roughly chop about a third of the cherries. Put into a large pan with the cinnamon stick, broken in half, the lemon zest and juice and 150ml water. Bring gently to the boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 mins, stirring occasionally, until cherries are softened.
- Add the sugar, stir until dissolved, then increase the heat and boil hard for 4-5 mins until the conserve is softly set. To test this, take a saucer from the freezer and spoon a little jam onto it. Push your finger through the jam; if it wrinkles on the surface it is ready. If not, reboil for a few mins more, then test again. Spoon into small clean warm jars, seal and label. Once open, keep in the fridge.
Cook Time
25M
Prep Time
PT30M
Yield
Makes about 1kg
Nutrition
- Calories: 36 calories
- Carbohydrate Content: 9 grams carbohydrates
- Sugar Content: 9 grams sugar
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