Spiced Apple Rings in a Jar
Experience the delightful taste of Spiced Apple Rings in a Jar, a perfect way to preserve the essence of autumn! These vibrant apple rings are sweet, tangy, and spiced with cinnamon and cloves, making them an ideal snack or topping for your favorite desserts and salads. Not only are they easy to make, but they also offer versatility in the kitchen. Enjoy these colorful preserves as a tasty addition to sweet or savory dishes, elevating your meals with their bright flavor and beautiful hue.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately three 10-ounce jars (serving size of one jar) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 medium-sized apples (Granny Smith recommended)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 cup water
- 2 cups sugar
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 2 teaspoons whole cloves
- Red food coloring
Instructions
- Prepare lemon water by mixing cold water and lemon juice in a large bowl.
- Wash and peel the apples, then slice them into ½-inch thick rings using a mandoline or sharp knife.
- Core each apple ring and immediately soak them in the lemon water mixture.
- For the syrup, combine water, sugar, cinnamon sticks, and cloves in a saucepan over medium-low heat; stir until sugar dissolves and simmer for about 3 minutes. Add red food coloring gradually until desired shade is achieved.
- Drain apple rings from lemon water and cook them in the syrup over low heat for 3-5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Pack apple rings into mason jars, covering them completely with syrup, leaving about ½-inch headspace.
- Remove air bubbles with a non-metallic utensil and seal jars tightly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 255
- Sugar: 54g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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