Chestnut Jam

A quick and simple recipe to add a festive feel to your morning. Spread on toast, dollop onto pancakes, or eat from the jar with a spoon! It’s nearly Christmas after all. Keeps for up to 6 months in the fridge.

By @SpoonfulofHappy

Serves 2
20 Minutes
1 pan
Beginner

Suitable for dairy-free, gluten-free, vegans and vegetarians

Ingredients

100g granulated sugar
100ml water
1 x 200g Merchant Gourmet Chestnut Puree
½ tsp vanilla extract
25ml maple syrup

Instructions

Put the sugar and water into a large pan. Heat gently and stir until the sugar has dissolved.
Add the puree, vanilla extract and maple syrup and whisk for a minute or two until smooth.
Bring to the boil and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until thickened significantly. Be sure to watch the mixture as it may pop and splutter a little.
Pour into sterilised jars and allow to cool. Place in the fridge.