Homemade pineapple jam only need 2 simple ingredients, fresh pineapples and sugar. No canning and No pectin required. This recipe makes one 8oz jar of refrigerator fruit jam and is a great way to use up leftover pineapple.
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Pineapple Jam vs. Pineapple Preserves
Pineapple jam has a smoother texture similar to jelly. Pineapple preserves have tiny chunks of pineapple, it really comes down to your preference of jam texture.
Ingredients and Substitutions
Fresh Pineapple
Fresh pineapple, especially in season will adds a great fresh flavor and consistency to the jam. Frozen and canned pineapple can be used as a substitute.
For canned pineapple make sure to fully drain the juice or syrup as much as possible.
Want to know more about fresh pineapples? Picking, cutting, and how long they last in the fridge.
Sugar
I prefer refined white sugar because it adds no additional color. Cane sugar or unrefined sugar can be used as a substitute.
Flavorful Additions
Lemon Juice - Add a touch of lemon juice, the acidity helps to cut the sweetness. Fresh lemon juice is best.
Ginger - If you love ginger as much as I do, it will give the preserve a pop of flavor. Fresh is preferred but ground ginger can be added in a pinch.
Spices - Sprinkle freshly grated nutmeg or cinnamon for a warm flavor.
Extract - Lemon extract, vanilla extract, or coconut for an even more tropical taste.
Storage and Shelf Life
Make this pineapple jam and store it in an airtight container or mason jar for up to 3 months in the refrigerator.
For longer storage freeze it for up to 6 months.
How To Use Pineapple Jam
Homemade pineapple jam can be used for breakfast, savory dishes, and desserts.
For breakfast spread it on toast, biscuits, and pancakes.
As a glaze for oven-baked ham, pork chops, chicken, salmon, and shrimp.
Jazz up a store-bought bbq sauce or Asian chili sauce.
Have an extra sweet tooth, it's a great addition to tea cakes, cookies, and an ice cream topping.
Step by Step Photos and Directions
- Grab your prepped ingredients. Fresh pineapple and sugar.
2. Place it in a blender and blend until very smooth. You can add water if needed.
3. Pour blended pineapple into a saucepan.
4. Add sugar. On low to medium heat reduce the sauce until thickened. Mixing to prevent burning.
5. You'll know it's done when it looks similar to applesauce.
6. Let cool and place in an airtight container or jar. Store in the refrigerator. Enjoy.
Easy Pineapple Jam
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Measuring Tools
- Vitamix Blender or Blender of choice
- Cooking Spoon or Spatula
- Airtight Storage Container or Jar
Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cup Fresh Pineapple
- ¼ cup White Sugar or to taste
- Water if needed
Instructions
- Into a blender add pineapple, blend until very smooth. Add water if needed.
- To a saucepan add blended pineapple and sugar.
- On low to medium heat reduce sauce until thickened. Mixing to prevent burning.
- You'll know it's done when it has a similar texture to applesauce.
- Let cool and place in an airtight container or jar. Store in the refrigerator. Enjoy.
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