Muscadine Jelly

Muscadine jelly is a sweet and flavorful spread made from the delicious muscadine grapes. This recipe will guide you through the process of making your own homemade muscadine jelly.

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Muscadine Jelly

Ingredients

  • 5 cups muscadine grapes, stemmed and washed
  • 4 cups sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 package powdered pectin

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, crush the grapes with a potato masher.
  2. Add water, bring to a boil, and simmer for 10 minutes.
  3. Pour the mixture into a jelly bag and let it drip into a bowl overnight.
  4. Measure the juice and pour it into a pot. Add sugar and pectin, then bring to a rolling boil.
  5. Boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly, then remove from heat.
  6. Skim off any foam and pour the hot jelly into sterilized jars.
  7. Seal the jars and process in a boiling water bath for 5 minutes.
  8. Allow the jelly to cool and set before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
50 per tablespoon
Carbohydrates
13g
Sugar
12g
Fat
0g
Protein
0g

Supplies

Large pot Potato masher Jelly bag Jars Canning equipment

Tools

Stovetop Jelly bag stand Canning funnel Ladle

Serving suggestions

Serve muscadine jelly on toast, biscuits, or as a topping for cheese.

Tips & tricks

For a richer flavor, use fully ripe muscadine grapes.

Cost

$10