How to make successful homemade jams with seasonal plums: tips and easy recipes in August 2024
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Why make your own plum jam?
August is the big return of plums to the shelves, and there's nothing more joyful than preparing your jars of homemade jam to enjoy their fragrance all year round. Quetsches, mirabelles, greengage plums, or red plums: each variety offers you a palette of irresistible flavors, textures, and colors. Making your own jam also means choosing ripe fruit, measuring your sugar, personalizing your recipes, and rediscovering the satisfaction of a true seasonal taste. 🥗
And you don't need to be a chef: a few tips are all it takes to make golden, spreadable, and easily stored homemade jams. Discover how to select, prepare, and cook your plums for pots that everyone will love at breakfast or in homemade yogurt.
Gourmet ideas to serve or offer 🥗
Vitamin-packed breakfast
Spread your homemade plum jam on toast or a soft brioche. For a punchy wake-up call, add a spoonful to a bowl of cottage cheese or a homemade smoothie. If you're looking for a reliable blender, our selection of smoothie blenders makes preparation super simple.
Twist in desserts
Mix your plum jam into tart shells, coat a panna cotta, or insert it into the center of a Swiss roll. It also enhances homemade crepes and yogurts... or even a quick vanilla ice cream straight from your favorite air fryer !
A gift idea that hits the mark
A few pretty jars, a personalized label and there you have it: homemade plum jam is the perfect gift to thank friends or brighten up a summer gourmet basket. 🥗
Tips for perfect jams
Budget, equipment & where to buy your plums
Plums are at their best price in peak season, especially in August when the harvest is plentiful. Don't hesitate to buy them in crates from a local producer or at the market to take advantage of low prices and unbeatable freshness. Keep an eye out for slightly ripe plums on sale: perfect for cooking.
As for equipment, all you need is a large saucepan (or jam pan), a wooden spatula, a skimmer, and some very clean jars. To blend some of the fruit and obtain a creamy texture, a smoothie blender is perfect. Want to speed up sterilization or prepare quick brunch-style toast? The air fryer is also your ally for toasting bread without watching.
To accompany your homemade jams during picnics or summer barbecues, discover the Barbecue & Grill selection: nothing beats a slice of bread toasted on the embers, topped with warmed plum jam... A guaranteed gourmet moment!
Plum & Jam FAQ
Which variety of plums should you choose for homemade jam?
You can use any plum: mirabelles for their sweetness, damsons for their tangy zing, and greengages for their delicate aroma. Mixing several varieties makes for an even more delicious jam!
My jam is too runny, what should I do?
Cook for a few more minutes and repeat the cold drop test. If necessary, add a little lemon juice or grated apple to boost the setting thanks to the natural pectin.
How long does homemade jam keep?
Stored properly in a sterilized and sealed jar, it can easily be kept for a year at room temperature, away from light. Once opened, consume it within two weeks and keep it refrigerated.
Is it mandatory to sterilize jars?
Yes! This prevents mold and fermentation. Submerge clean jars in boiling water for a few minutes, then drain them upside down before filling them while still hot.
Can you reduce the sugar in plum jam?
Sure, but it will last a little longer. Use a special jam sugar or compensate with more lemon to ensure it sets. Store in a cool place after opening.
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