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Pear and Ginger Jam Recipe

5 from 1 vote
Learn how to make our delicious small-batch pear and ginger jam! This jelly recipe is low in sugar, and perfect for a breakfast treat, cheese plate, and more.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings: 15
Course: Appetizer, Breakfast, Dessert, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American, French
Calories: 56
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3 Pears
  • 1 2-Inch Piece of ginger
  • 1 Juice of one lemon
  • 1/2 cup Sugar

Equipment

  • 1 Knife
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 peeler
  • 1 Sauce Pan
  • 1 Spatula
  • 2-3 Jars and lids
  • 1 Immersion blender or regular blender

Method
 

  1. Wash pears and ginger
  2. Peel pears & ginger. This step is optional.
  3. Chop pears & ginger into 1/4-inch pieces
  4. Add pears, ginger, juice of one lemon, and sugar to a saucepan.
  5. Bring to a boil
  6. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
  7. Using an immersion blender or regular blender puree the mixture to desired consistency.
  8. Continue to simmer for 15 minutes. The mixture should thicken to a jam-like consistency.
  9. Transfer to jars using a spatula
  10. Allow the jam/ jelly to cool.
  11. Store in refrigerator for 4 weeks or freezer for up to 6 months.