Nectarine Preserve
Nectarine Preserve balances sunny, ripe fruit flavor with a gentle almond whisper for a bright, aromatic spread. It’s lush yet light on sugar thanks to low-sugar pectin, letting the nectarine shine with a clean, fresh finish. Ideal for breakfast on toast or waffles, and lovely for gifting or pairing with soft cheeses.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves40
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Nectarine Preserve, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 22 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 7 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 73
- Heart Health
- 52
- Metabolic
- 17
- Digestive
- 37
- Inflammatory
- 17
- Performance
- 36
- General Wellness
- 1
Check five (1/2-pint) jars for cracks and the rings for rust; discard any that are defective. Submerge the jars and rings in simmering water until the jam is ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm, soapy water.
- 2
Measure the finely chopped, peeled nectarines; you should have 4 1/2 cups. Add them to a heavy pot and immediately mix in the lemon juice so they do not turn brown.
- 3
Stir together 1/4 cup sugar and the fruit pectin in a small bowl. Add this to the nectarines in the pot and stir well. Gradually bring the mixture to a full rolling boil that continues bubbling when stirred. Add the remaining 2 3/4 cups sugar and stir to dissolve, scraping the bottom of the pot. Boil for exactly 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- 4
Take the pot off the heat and stir in the almond extract.
- 5
Ladle the jam into the prepared jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around the inside edges of the jars to release any air bubbles. Wipe the rims with a damp paper towel to remove any spills. Place the lids on and screw the rings on tightly.
- 6
Set a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill it halfway with water. Bring to a boil, then lower the jars, spaced 2 inches apart, into the boiling water using a holder. Add more boiling water to cover the jars by at least 1 inch. Return to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 10 minutes.
- 7
Lift the jars out of the stockpot and set them on a cloth-covered or wooden surface, spaced several inches apart. Let them stand for 24 hours without moving the jars.
- 8
Press the center of each lid gently with a finger to confirm it does not move up or down. Remove the rings for storage and keep the jars in a cool, dark place.
- Calories 77.53 kcal Low Source 4%
- Protein 0.33 g Low Source 1%
- Carbohydrate 20.31 g 7%
- Total Fat 0.17 g Low Source 0%
- Saturated Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.01 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 0.9 mg Low Source 0%
- Dietary Fiber 1.19 g Low Source 4%
- Total Sugars 18.83 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 0.11 mg Low Source 0%
- Iron 0.12 mg Low Source 1%
- Potassium 1.41 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin A 38.96 mcg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin C 2.92 mg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Tree Nuts 🌰
About This Recipe
Nectarine Preserve is made with 5 ingredients and serves 40. It takes about 40 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Almond Extract, Lemon Juice, Nectarine, and Pectin. Each serving provides about 77.53 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Nectarine Preserve made of?
- The main ingredients are Almond Extract, Lemon Juice, Nectarine, Pectin, Sugar. The full list of 5 is above.
- How long does it take to make Nectarine Preserve?
- About 40 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 77.53 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Nectarine Preserve easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 5 ingredients and 8 steps.
- Is Nectarine Preserve healthy?
- Nectarine Preserve has an easyChef Pro health score of 35/100. Per serving, it provides 77.53 calories and 0.33 g of protein, or 1% of the Daily Value. It contains Citrus and Tree Nuts, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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