The most delicious recipes for making quince jam for the winter, in slices and whole

To make delicious winter jam from ripe quince, remember that the ripening season for this fruit is August-October. Quince has a flavor reminiscent of both apple and pear. It's one of those fruits that requires cooking, but fortunately, quince can be used to create a variety of culinary delights. It makes an especially excellent jam.

Features of making quince jam

The first thing that comes to mind when you have several buckets of fresh quince at home is to make a delicious jam for the winter. The sweetest and most delicious variety of this fruit is the Portuguese quince. Once brought into the house, this fruit requires almost immediate cooking.

If the quince has a thick, fuzz-like skin, it should be removed before cooking. It's also a good idea to use a sharp knife, as quince fruits are quite hard. The skin can be used to make syrup, which should be added to the peeled fruit, and the skins discarded.

It is worth knowing: you need to remove the seeds from the quince, as they contain poisonous substances.

How to choose quince for jam

In addition to the sweet Portuguese variety, there are Japanese, Chinese, and Bengal quinces, which are rare in Russia. At the market or at home, choose fruits with the most vibrant, bright color. There should be no dents, spots, or other defects.

The fruit should be moderately firm, not rock-hard. Ripe quince exudes a pleasant aroma. If you refrigerate unripe quinces for a while, they will ripen and become softer.

How to make quince jam with lemon?

If you prepare quince jam with lemon according to all the rules and recommendations, its taste will be truly tempting. To make this delicious jam, you'll need 6 kilograms of quince, the same amount of granulated sugar, 4 lemons, and half a liter of water. It's also worth noting that the jam will take 4 days to cook.

Method of preparation:

1. Peel the fruit, remove the skin and seeds, and cut it first into quarters, then into 1-centimeter-wide pieces.
2. Pour water into a copper basin and place it on the stove. Gradually whisk in the sugar until it dissolves completely. Stir constantly until the liquid turns into syrup. Now you can add the quince slices and mix thoroughly. Cover the sugar-coated fruit with a lid or towel. Place in a cool, dark place for 24 hours.
3. Remove the fruit slices from the bowl and place the syrup on the stove. Repeat the same procedure as before and leave for 24 hours.
4. The next day, you need to cut the lemons into 1-centimeter slices, removing the seeds.
5. Remove the quince from the syrup again, bringing it to a boil. Then add the slices and citrus fruits again. Stir and leave in a dark place for 24 hours.
6. The next day, place the jam over low heat and bring to a boil. The simmering process should take half an hour.
7. Pour the jam into jars and seal with metal lids. You can also turn the jars upside down and wrap them in a blanket.

Quince jam recipe with slices

This quick and easy recipe for quince jam is perfect for those who don't have the time for a four-day jam. You'll need about one kilogram of ripe, fragrant quince, the same amount of sugar, and one glass of clean water.

Recipe:

1. Quince, cut into slices, should be blanched with water for half an hour.
2. Pour the fruit infusion into a saucepan, heat, and bring to a boil. Gradually add sugar and stir until the liquid turns into syrup.
3. Place the quince slices in the syrup. It's recommended to let the jam sit in a cool, dark place for 24 hours, then boil for half an hour and seal in jars. Alternatively, you can boil the jam immediately and seal it.

In a multicooker

Quince cooked in a slow cooker will make a wonderful winter jam if you follow this simple and easy recipe:

1. Peel and pit a kilogram of quince and cut into wedges. Place the pieces in a saucepan and sprinkle with 1 kilogram of sugar. Stir and leave in a cool place for 12 hours, until the fruit releases its juices.
2. Place the slices and juice in a slow cooker. To speed up the cooking process, you can set the "bake" setting for 30-40 minutes. Once the jam is ready, you can boil it again for another 20 minutes.
3. The finished jam should be rolled into jars or served immediately as a dessert.

With walnuts

An unusual culinary recipe that your friends and family are sure to appreciate. This jam has a pleasant nutty-quince aroma that's hard to resist. For the recipe, you'll need 1 kilogram of quince, 800 grams of granulated sugar, 1 cup of water, 60 grams of walnuts, and a packet of vanilla extract.

Preparation:

1. Once the fruit is sliced ​​and the syrup is ready, mix them together and boil for 20 minutes. Let the jam steep for 12 hours. Then boil again.
2. Chop the walnuts into small pieces. Add them to the quince jam along with a packet of vanilla sugar. Mix thoroughly and simmer for 15 minutes. Divide the jam into jars and seal.

With orange

Quince pairs beautifully with citrus fruits. This recipe for quince jam with oranges will lift your spirits even on the gloomiest autumn or winter day. You'll need 2 kilograms of quince, 1 ripe large orange, 1 kilogram of sugar, and 1 tablespoon of ground cinnamon.

Recipe:

1. Combine the sliced ​​quince with the orange, minced through a meat grinder. Add sugar, mix well, and leave in a cool, dark place for 2-3 hours to release the juice.
2. Place the fruit and juice in a saucepan and place over low heat, bring to a boil, and simmer for 40 minutes. Add the cinnamon to the jam and simmer for another 10 minutes.
3. Distribute the jam into sterile jars and roll up the lids.

With apples

Quince and apple are a perfect combination of flavors. Jam made from these fruits is not only unforgettable in its aroma but also incredibly delicious. To make this dessert, you'll need: 1 kilogram of ripe quince, 500 grams of apples, 1 cup of water, and 1 kilogram of sugar.

Preparation:

1. Wash all fruits, peel and pit them, and cut into slices.
2. Combine the apples with the quince and sprinkle with sugar. Let sit for 4-5 hours until the juices appear.
3. Place the jam on low heat, add water and cook for an hour.
4. The fruit in the finished jam should be soft. Roll into jars.

Storage Features

To preserve all the beneficial properties of quince jam throughout the fall and winter, it's recommended to store the jars in a dark place away from sunlight. The ideal temperature is 10-15 degrees Celsius. You can store the jam in a cellar, refrigerator, or a special canning cabinet.

Important: if the jam has become candied, it is recommended to add 1-2 tablespoons of water to it.

You can also place the jar in a saucepan of cold water and warm it slightly. Then remove the jar from the water and seal it with a clean lid.

Conclusion

Try making a delicacy like quince jam to surprise your family on a holiday or just for tea. No one will be able to resist the unique taste and aroma of quince!