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10 sweet and unique winter jam recipes to try

From tangerine to pumpkin: Delicious homemade jams for seasonal flavor

Loukia Chrysovitsanou November 25 09:20

Delicious, Tangerine Jam on Light Grey Table
Whether spread on bread, added to yogurt, or used in desserts, jams enhance every dish with extra flavor, aroma, and sweetness. Winter inspires some of the most creative jam recipes, as the season’s diverse fruits provide endless possibilities.

1. Tangerine Jam

Alongside oranges, tangerines rightfully earn the title of the most popular winter citrus fruit. Their juicy, sweet flavor and nutritious juices make them irresistible for creating this delightful jam.

2. Chestnut Jam

This seasonal favorite transforms into a unique jam, perfect for spreading on bread or making a buttery and crunchy pasta frola. The key ingredient that sets it apart? A touch of rum or brandy for added depth.

3. Orange Jam

Winter’s prime oranges become a pantry essential in the form of jam. Use it in baking to create soft-filled cookies, tarts, chilled desserts, or even cakes.

4. Citrus Medley Jam

An aromatic jam using a mix of seasonal fruits such as orange, lemon, yellow and pink grapefruit, Chios tangerine, bergamot, citron, and pomelo. It’s easy to prepare and pairs wonderfully with tea, coffee, yogurt, or fruit salads, as well as in sweet creations like tarts and cakes.

5. Chocolate Apple Jam

Two beloved flavors come together in this indulgent recipe: apple and chocolate. Though contrasting in taste, the combination results in a harmonious blend where the chocolate enhances the apple’s aroma, and the apple adds depth to the chocolate. This balance of seasonality and timelessness creates a perfect winter treat.

6. Pear Jam with Red Wine

This sophisticated jam features pears at their seasonal best, combined with the intense flavors of sweet Mavrodaphne wine. Perfect for elevating everyday or formal winter meals, it’s a versatile delight for creative culinary inspiration.

7. Pear and Date Jam

An explosive mix of flavors and aromas: dates, pears, vanilla, chocolate, lemon, and spices. This jam pairs perfectly with yogurt or panna cotta, making it an ideal dessert after a hearty winter meal or a light, nutritious evening snack.

8. Milk Jam

A specialty of Argentina and Uruguay, this jam is also widely used in Chile, Bolivia, Venezuela, Brazil, and Colombia as a base for various sweets. In its traditional recipe, milk is slowly simmered with sugar, requiring constant stirring until the water evaporates, leaving behind a thick, caramelized treat.

9. Walnut and Dried Fig Jam

Using dried figs from August, this unconventional jam is a flavor-packed delight. Enjoy it in countless ways: with yogurt, creams, ice cream, cakes, bread, or alongside white cheeses and cured meats.

10. Pumpkin Jam

Though pumpkins shine during Halloween, their versatility extends beyond pies and soups to create extraordinary jams. With the addition of ginger, lemon, and apples, pumpkin jam quickly becomes a winter favorite.

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