Carrot Cake Freezer Jam
Indulge your taste buds with the warm, spiced flavors of **Carrot Cake Freezer Jam**, a unique and fuss-free treat that brings the essence of dessert to your morning toast, pancakes, or even yogurt. Made with finely grated fresh carrots, sweet crushed pineapple, and a blend of aromatic spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, this jam captures the nostalgia of a classic carrot cake in every spoonful. The hint of tangy lemon juice and the option to fold in crunchy toasted pecans elevate its texture and flavor, making it irresistibly decadent. With just 20 minutes of prep and no canning equipment required, this freezer jam is a quick, beginner-friendly recipe that stores beautifully for weeks. Perfect for gifting or enjoying straight from the jar, this spread is a must-try for lovers of homemade preserves!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Carrots, finely grated
- 1 cup Crushed pineapple, drained
- 3 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 pouch Liquid fruit pectin
- 0.5 cup Chopped toasted pecans (optional)
Directions
Step 1
1. Wash and peel fresh carrots. Using a fine grater or food processor, grate enough carrots to measure 2 cups.
Step 2
2. In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the grated carrots, crushed pineapple, granulated sugar, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and ground ginger. Stir to combine.
Step 3
3. Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture starts to simmer. Allow it to simmer for about 5 minutes, or until the carrots are tender and the sugar has dissolved completely.
Step 4
4. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the lemon juice.
Step 5
5. Gradually stir in the pouch of liquid fruit pectin, ensuring it is fully incorporated. If using chopped toasted pecans, fold them in at this stage.
Step 6
6. Divide the jam evenly into clean, freezer-safe jars or containers, leaving about 1/2 inch of headspace to allow for expansion in the freezer.
Step 7
7. Cover the jars with their lids and let the jam cool to room temperature before transferring them to the freezer.
Step 8
8. When ready to serve, thaw the jam in the refrigerator for several hours or overnight. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1567.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3315.5 |
| Total Fat 41.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 3.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 352.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 768.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 24.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 727.3g | |
| Protein 11.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 319.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2165.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories