| Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 20 mins – 25 mins | Difficulty: Medium | Serves: 6 |
| kcal | fat | saturates | carbs |
| 398 | 1g | 0g | 102g |
| sugars | fibre | protein | salt |
| 80g | 7g | 1g | 0.005g |
My fondness for the recipe of Cloudberry Jelly travels back to the earliest days of my culinary exploration, particularly the time when I was just embarking on my gastronomic journey. Cloudberry Jelly embodies the essence of simplicity with a dash of gourmet delight, evoking both nostalgia and a passion for artful enjoyment. For years, it has been a go-to delight for both my daughters, Erin and Samantha.
A Touch of Home
The recipe roots back to my early family gatherings back in Portland, Maine, where the emphasis was not only about succulent lobster rolls or creamy clam chowder but more about well-rounded meal choices. As an ardent advocate of New England seafood, a surprise detour for a fruit-based recipe such as Cloudberry Jelly kept our meal times varied and exciting.
Health Benefits and Versatility
What enthuses me most about this Cloudberry Jelly recipe is its health benefits. The cloudberries are rich in vitamin C, dietary fiber, and antioxidants showing potential anti-inflammatory properties. Furthermore, the touch of lemon juice plays an essential role as well, providing a great source of Vitamin C. Not to mention, that tanginess that enhances the overall flavor profile of the jelly.
Beyond the wellness advantages, this recipe is amazingly versatile. It can be served as a delightful dessert, an accompaniment for different types of cheese, or a delicious spread on toast. This jelly can also pass as haute cuisine when paired with game meats and is moderately similar to lingonberry jam, popular in the Scandinavian kitchen. For more information on the recognized versatility of jelly in cooking, visit this informative piece on the BBC Food website.
Yet, despite the parallels, the Cloudberry Jelly recipe carves its magnificence with the unique tangy-sweet flavor of cloudberries, a delightful sweetness from the granulated sugar, and the kind of consistency that only powdered fruit pectin can provide. It’s a simple recipe but overflowing with flavor – a testament that you don’t always need the most complicated recipes to enjoy a gourmet experience.
The joy in preparing this Cloudberry Jelly recipe is not just about savoring it but also about bottling it. Those sterilized jam jars, endowing the jelly with a longer shelf-life and making it a great homemade gift for near and far ones alike.
Ultimately, my love for this Cloudberry Jelly recipe is rooted in history, nourished by versatility, and secured by its continued potential to spread culinary love, one jar at a time.
What You’ll Need
- 2.5 cups of cloudberries
- 2.5 cups of granulated sugar
- 1.5 tablespoons of lemon juice
- 1 envelope (0.25 ounces) of powdered fruit pectin
- 1/3 cup of water
- 6 sterilized jam jars with lids
Method
Step One
Start by putting the cloudberries in a large pot. Mash them with a potato masher or the back of a wooden spoon to release the juices.
Step Two
Add the sugar and lemon juice to the pot. Stir until all the sugar has dissolved.
Step Three
In a separate bowl, mix the powdered fruit pectin with water until smooth. Then, add it to the pot with cloudberries.
Step Four
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Once it’s boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the cloudberries are soft and broken down.
Step Five
Pour the hot jelly into the sterilized jam jars, leaving about a quarter of an inch of space at the top. Put the lids on and seal them tightly.
Step Six
Cool the jars on a towel or a wire rack. Once they are completely cooled, check the seals to make sure they are tight. If not, refrigerate and use these jars first. The sealed jars can be stored in a cool, dark place for up to a year.
