How to Make Concord Grape Jelly - A Step-by-Step Guide

Concord Grape Jelly is a delicious and versatile spread that can be used in various recipes and dishes. Whether you spread it on toast, use it as a filling for pastries, or incorporate it into sauces, this sweet and tangy jelly is sure to add a burst of flavor to any meal. Made with fresh concord grapes, this homemade jelly brings out the natural sweetness of the fruit and is a great way to savor the flavors of summer all year round.

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Ingredients

  • 3 ½ pounds Concord grapes
  • ½ cup water
  • 7 cups white sugar
  • 1 (3 ounce) pouch liquid pectin

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 9 hrs
  • Servings: 64
  • Yield: 8 pints

  • Sort and wash grapes; discard stems. Place grapes into a large kettle and crush them. Add water, cover, and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat; pour juice into a strainer over a large bowl to extract juice. Allow juice to stand in a cool place 8 hours to overnight to prevent the formation of crystals in the jelly.
  • Strain juice through a double layer of damp cheesecloth.
  • Measure 4 cups juice into a large pot; stir in sugar and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in pectin and allow to boil for 1 minute. Remove from heat and skim off any foam on the surface.
  • Pack jelly into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with sterile lids and screw rings on tightly.
  • Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 5 minutes.
  • Remove the jars from the stockpot and let rest, several inches apart, for 12 to 24 hours. Press the center of each lid with a finger to ensure the lid does not move up or down. Remove the rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area.
  • Nutrition

    101 cal.

    • Total Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 1mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 26g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 26g
    • Protein: 0g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 4mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 51mg