as it cools. Don’t worry if it seems a little loose when hot—it will firm up.
Flavor Variations
Vanilla Apricot Jam:
Add 1 split vanilla bean (seeds scraped) to the macerating fruit. Remove the pod before jarring.
Almond Apricot Jam:
Add ½ teaspoon almond extract at the end of cooking. Almond and apricot are a classic pairing.
Spiced Apricot Jam:
Add 1 cinnamon stick and 2 whole cloves to the pot during cooking. Remove before jarring.
Ginger Apricot Jam:
Add 2 tablespoons finely grated fresh ginger with the macerating fruit. Warm, spicy, wonderful.
Add 1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender during the last 5 minutes of cooking. Strain if desired.
Honey-Sweetened Apricot Jam:
Replace up to half the sugar with honey. Adjust cooking time as honey can make jam thinner.
Ways to Enjoy Your Jam
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On warm toast or buttered croissants – The classic
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Swirled into yogurt or
