Capture the flavours of autumn with this delicious apple and blackberry jam. Sweet and bursting with fruity goodness, it’s completely vegan and gluten-free. Perfect for spreading on toast, stirring into porridge, or enjoying on toasts of scones. With just a few simple ingredients, you can enjoy this homemade jam all year round!
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Homemade Apple & Blackberry Jam – A Deliciously Simple Recipe
This apple & blackberry jam is the perfect combo to make in September especially if you went foraging for blackberries. The spice blend of cinnamon and allspice gives it a lovely warming feel.
There’s something truly special about making homemade jam. The process of transforming fresh, seasonal fruit into a deliciously sweet spread is both rewarding and nostalgic. This apple & blackberry jam is the perfect way to capture the flavours of autumn, combining the tartness of blackberries with the natural sweetness of apples. Not only is this recipe simple to make, but it’s also completely vegan and gluten-free, making it a wholesome treat for everyone to enjoy.
Homemade jams have been a staple of my childhood. As far as I can remember, my mum has always been keen on preserving the best of each season’s fruit so we could enjoy them all year round.
Unlike store-bought jams, which often contain artificial preservatives and excessive amounts of sugar, this recipe keeps things natural.. Apples are high in pectin, a natural setting agent, meaning there’s no need for artificial thickeners. This results in a beautifully thick, spreadable jam with a rich texture and a burst of real fruit flavour in every spoonful.
Blackberries are one of the best fruits to forage, and their deep, tangy taste pairs wonderfully with the mild sweetness of apples. Whether you’ve picked your own blackberries from hedgerows or bought them fresh from the market, they add a gorgeous deep purple colour and a slightly tart edge that balances the jam perfectly. Apples, on the other hand, provide natural sweetness and help create a smooth consistency. Together, they make an irresistible combination.
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How To Enjoy This Apple & Blackberry Jam
One of the best things about this jam is its versatility. Spread it on warm toast, stir it into porridge for a fruity kick, or swirl it into yoghurt for a naturally sweet treat. It also pairs beautifully with scones and plant-based cream, making it a great addition to an afternoon tea spread. For those who enjoy baking, this jam can be used as a filling for cakes, tarts, or pastries, adding a layer of fruity goodness to your favourite desserts.
Making this jam at home is incredibly simple, even for those who have never made preserves before. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal effort, you can create a batch of fresh, flavourful jam to enjoy for weeks. The key to a great jam is patience – allowing the fruit to simmer gently releases its juices and helps it thicken naturally. Plus, the scent of bubbling fruit filling your kitchen is an added bonus!
This recipe is also a great way to reduce food waste. If you have apples that are starting to soften or an abundance of blackberries that need using up, turning them into jam ensures they don’t go to waste. Plus, homemade jam makes for a thoughtful and personal gift – simply pour it into sterilised jars, add a ribbon or label, and share it with friends and family.
Whether you’re an experienced jam-maker or a complete beginner, this apple & blackberry jam is a must-try. It celebrates the best of seasonal fruit, is free from unnecessary additives, and is packed with natural flavour. With just a little effort, you’ll have a jar (or two) of delicious homemade jam to enjoy whenever you please.
I hope you enjoy this apple & blackberry jam recipe as much as we do. If you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram!
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Apple & Blackberry Jam
Equipment
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Ingredients
- 400 g blackberry
- 500 g apple
- 600 g sugar
- 1 lemon juice
- 100 ml water
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground allspice
Instructions
- To sterilise the jars you can plunge them in a large pan of boiling water for 10 mins. Alternatively you can also wash them in warm soapy water, rinse them and put them on a baking tray in the oven heated up at 100°C/225°F/gas ¼ for 10 mins. Make sure everything is very clean. You do not want to do this too far in advance as the jars should be warm when the jam is poured into them.
- Clean the blackberries and place them in a heavy bottom pan or preserve pan.400 g blackberry
- Peel and cut the apples into small chunks. Add on top of the blackberries with the sugar, water, cinnamon, allspice and lemon juice. Stir the mixture thoroughly.500 g apple, 600 g sugar, 1 lemon juice, 100 ml water, 1 tsp ground allspice, 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- Heat the fruits under medium to high heat until the mixture reaches boiling point. Carry on boiling jam for 15 mins stirring occasionally so that the jam does not stick to the bottom of the pan. From then on, check setting point every 5 minutes or so. Mash any chunks of apple.
- To test if the jam has set, put a teaspoon of jam on one of the cold saucer. Let it cool for a minute. The jam is done when it wrinkles when pushed with your finger.
- Pour the jam into sterilised jars. Cover with waxed paper and seal.
- Store in a cool and dry place away from the light. Keep in the fridge once opened.
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