Natural Apple Jelly
Description
The dish is prepared without unnecessary complications. You can make delicious, additive-free apple jam at home. But I should warn you: the process isn't very quick and will require patience. The hardest part is to pass the apples through a sieve. If you're making jam for the first time, I recommend peeling the apples, as they'll be easier to sieve. However, most of the pectin—the substance that makes jam set—is found in apple peels, so experienced and patient cooks may choose not to peel the apples. Here's the recipe for natural apple jam—let's not be lazy and get cooking. The ready dessert can now be served.
Instructions
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Step 1
For marmalade, it's better to use hard autumn apples, as they contain more pectin. Wash the apples thoroughly.
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Step 2
Peel them and remove the core with seeds, then place them on a baking sheet.
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Step 3
And place in a preheated oven at 200 degrees for 40-60 minutes.
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Step 4
Place the baked apples on a colander or sieve and mash them.
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Step 5
The result is a smooth, tender puree.
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Step 6
Add sugar to the apple puree, stir, and place over low heat. Stir constantly and cook over low heat. Be careful, as the mixture tends to "spit." Cook for about 20 minutes after boiling.
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Step 7
As a result, the apple mixture will become thicker and more transparent.
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Step 8
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, place the resulting mixture onto it. Spread it evenly and put it in a preheated oven at 70-80°C for 3-4 hours. Then turn off the oven and let the jelly remain on the baking sheet.
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Step 9
After 5-6 hours, turn on the oven again, flip the sheet to the other side, and dry the jelly for another 2-3 hours at the same temperature.
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Step 10
We cut the cooled jelly layer into pieces.
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Step 11
Wrap in parchment paper and store in the refrigerator.
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Step 12
You can cut the marmalade into small cubes and sprinkle with sugar, nuts, or coconut flakes. It will be a delicious addition to evening tea.