Description

Roasted Beet Jam is a vibrant and flavorful homemade spread that combines the natural sweetness of roasted beets with balanced spices and citrus. This versatile jam adds a stunning pop of ruby-red color to your kitchen creations and pairs beautifully with toast, cheeses, and meats. Easy to make and perfect for gifting, it celebrates seasonal beets in a fresh, exciting way.

Ingredients

Fresh Beets – 2 pounds (about 4 medium beets)
Granulated Sugar – 1 cup
Lemon Juice – 1/4 cup, freshly squeezed
Ginger – 1 tablespoon fresh grated or 1 teaspoon powdered
Cinnamon Stick – 1 stick
Water – 1/2 cup

Instructions

Roast the Beets: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap whole, unpeeled beets in aluminum foil to lock in moisture. Place on a baking sheet and roast for 45-60 minutes until tender when pierced with a fork. Allow to cool, then peel off the skins using your hands or a paper towel.
Prepare the Ingredients: Dice the peeled roasted beets into small cubes for even cooking. Measure out sugar, lemon juice, water, ginger, and have the cinnamon stick ready to use.
Cook the Jam Base: In a heavy-bottomed pot, combine the diced beets, sugar, water, lemon juice, ginger, and cinnamon stick. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar and prevent sticking.
Simmer and Thicken: Reduce the heat and let the mixture simmer, stirring regularly. The jam will thicken as the beets soften and release their pectin, usually taking 25-40 minutes.
Blend for Texture: Remove the cinnamon stick. For a smooth jam, use an immersion blender to pulse gently until the desired consistency is reached. For a chunkier texture, skip this step and leave the jam rustic.
Jar and Cool: Pour the hot jam into sterilized jars, leaving about 1/2 inch of headspace. Seal the jars tightly. Let them cool to room temperature before refrigerating or gifting.

Notes

Use Fresh Beets: Fresher beets result in a sweeter, richer jam.
Maintain Moderate Heat: Avoid high heat to prevent burning and ensure even cooking.
Test Thickness: Drizzle jam on a cold plate to see if it sets to your liking.
Adjust Sweetness: Modify sugar quantities based on the sweetness of beets and personal preference.
Flavor Layering: Allow spices to steep during simmering and remove before blending for a clean taste.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Appetizers
Method: Baking

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
Calories: 70
Sugar: 16g
Sodium: 5mg
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Roasted Beet Jam, Beet Jam, Homemade Jam, Vegan Jam, Gluten Free Spread, Seasonal Recipes