Homemade Grape Jelly
Grape jelly is a delightful homemade treat that brings nostalgia and joy to any table. With its perfect balance of sweetness and tartness, this easy-to-follow recipe transforms fresh grapes into a vibrant spread that enhances breakfast, desserts, or even serves as a thoughtful gift. Experience the satisfaction of creating your own grape jelly—it’s simpler than you think!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 half-pint jars 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pounds fresh Concord grapes
- 5 cups granulated sugar
- 1 box fruit pectin (1.75 oz)
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Wash and drain the grapes, removing stems.
- In a large pot over medium heat, mash grapes gently with a potato masher for about 5 minutes until juices are released.
- Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into another pot, discarding skins and seeds to yield approximately 4 cups of grape juice.
- Stir in sugar and pectin thoroughly, then bring the mixture to a rolling boil over high heat.
- Boil vigorously for 1-2 minutes while stirring constantly to prevent burning.
- Pour hot jelly into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch of headspace at the top before sealing with lids.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- 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