Hey ya’ll! Today, I’m gonna share with y’all my favorite recipe for apple jelly! It’s sweet, tangy, and goes perfect on a slice of fresh bread or as a glaze on some roasted pork. First up, we have this delicious apple jelly recipe from Essen Rezepte. It’s a classic recipe that never fails to please, and it’s super easy to make. Check it out:
Apfelgelee Rezept

Ingredients:
- 2 lbs. of apples
- 5 cups of water
- 1 package of pectin
- 4 cups of sugar
Instructions:
- Peel, core, and chop the apples into small pieces.
- Add the apples and water to a large pot and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 20-30 minutes until the apples are soft and broken down.
- Strain the apple mixture through a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth to remove any solids.
- Measure out 4 cups of the apple juice and return it to the pot.
- Add the pectin and bring to a rolling boil, stirring constantly.
- Add the sugar and continue to boil for 1-2 minutes until the mixture thickens.
- Remove from heat and let cool for a few minutes.
- Pour the jelly into sterilized jars and let cool completely.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.
How to Prepare:
First, start by gathering all of the ingredients that you will need to make your apple jelly recipe. Once you have everything, you can begin by prepping the apples. Peel, core, and chop them into small pieces and add them to a large pot with the water. Once they have boiled and softened, strain the mixture to remove any solids.
Next, measure out 4 cups of the apple juice and return it to the pot. Add the pectin and bring to a rolling boil. Add the sugar and continue to boil for 1-2 minutes until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and let cool for a few minutes. Pour the jelly into sterilized jars and let cool completely. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 months, or enjoy right away!
Preparation Time:
Preparation time for this delicious apple jelly recipe is about an hour and a half, including prep time and time for the jelly to cool.
Servings:
This recipe makes about six 8-ounce jars of apple jelly.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 145
- Total Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 37 g
- Dietary Fiber: 0 g
- Sugars: 36 g
- Protein: 0 g
Tips:
- Be sure to sterilize your jars before pouring in the hot jelly mixture.
- If you want a thicker jelly, you can add more pectin to the mixture.
- Feel free to experiment with different types of apples to get different flavors and colors.
FAQs:
- How long does this apple jelly last? This jelly can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.
Now, that you have the recipe, get to cookin’! I guarantee y’all will love it!