Grandma’s Grape Jelly

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 19

Grandma's Grape Jelly - A Sweet and Tart Homemade Recipe

by The Chefin Jam/Preserve

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	3 lbs grapes
	7 cups sugar
	1/2 bottle Certo

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Varies

Calories

50kcal/serving

Sugar

12g/serving

Fat

Grandma's Grape Jelly is a delicious and straightforward homemade recipe that is perfect for any time of the year. It is an excellent way to take advantage of fresh grapes' season or to use frozen grapes to make a sweet treat that can be enjoyed on toast, biscuits or paired with cheeses. It can also make a heartfelt gift for friends and loved ones.

Instructions

1.	Rinse the grapes and remove any stems or bad grapes.
2.	Add the grapes to a large pot and use a potato masher or wooden spoon to mash them.
3.	Cook the grapes over medium-high heat until they come to a boil, stirring frequently.
4.	Reduce the heat and simmer the grapes for 10 minutes.
5.	Strain the grapes through a cheesecloth or jelly bag into a large bowl, pressing the grapes to extract as much juice as possible.
6.	Measure the grape juice and add it back to the pot, along with an equal amount of sugar.
7.	Bring the juice and sugar to a boil, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves.
8.	Add the Certo to the pot, stir for about a minute and remove from heat.
9.	Skim off and remove any foam with a spoon.
10.	Pour the jelly into sterilized jars and let them cool, and then store them in the fridge.

PROS

This recipe requires only three basic ingredients and no fancy equipment.

The jelly is sweet and tart, similar to store-bought but with a fresher taste due to the use of fresh grapes.

CONS

The jelly’s consistency might be a bit soft, but this can be adjusted by using less grape juice or more Certo to make it firmer.

The amount of sugar is quite high, so this recipe might not be suitable for those with dietary restrictions.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Grapes are rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals such as Vitamin C and K, and potassium.
The moderate sugar consumption of this recipe can boost energy and mood and support cardiovascular health.