Description
A delightful and simple recipe that highlights the best fruits of spring, perfect for breakfast or snacks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups spring fruits (like strawberries, rhubarb, or any available fruit)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon pectin (optional, for thicker consistency)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Combine the spring fruits, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently until the fruit breaks down and the mixture thickens, about 15-20 minutes.
- If using, stir in the pectin and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract if desired.
- Allow to cool before transferring to a jar.
Notes
Store in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 weeks. Freeze portions for up to six months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Spread
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg