No Sugar Grape Jelly Recipe

If you’re looking for a delightful and unique way to enjoy the rich flavor of concord grapes, then this homemade Concord Grape Jelly is perfect for you. Made without pectin, this recipe allows the true essence of the grapes to shine through, making it a great addition to your breakfast table, a topping for desserts, or a sweet gift for friends and family.

Visual Temptation

Take a look at the beauty of this homemade jelly:

Ingredients

4 cups of Concord grapes
3 cups of granulated sugar
1/4 cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/2 cup of water

Instructions

Begin by thoroughly washing the concord grapes under cold running water to remove any impurities.
In a large saucepan, combine the washed grapes with 1/2 cup of water. Cook them over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until they begin to break down and release their juices, which usually takes about 10 minutes.
Once the grapes are soft, use a potato masher or a fork to gently mash them, extracting as much juice as possible.
Strain the grape mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or a cheesecloth into a clean bowl, pressing down to get all the juice out. You should have approximately 3 cups of grape juice.
In the same saucepan, combine the grape juice, granulated sugar, and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Stir the mixture well and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once it reaches a rolling boil, continue to cook it for 10-15 minutes, stirring frequently until the liquid thickens and coats the back of a spoon. You can check for doneness by running your finger through the mixture on the spoon - if it doesn’t run back together, it’s ready!
While the mixture is cooking, sterilize your canning jars by running them through the dishwasher or by boiling them in water.
Once the jelly is ready, carefully ladle it into the prepared jars, leaving about 1/4 inch headspace. Wipe the rims of the jars clean and seal them with the lids.
Process the jars in a boiling water bath for 5-10 minutes to ensure proper sealing and preservation.
Let the jars cool completely before storing them in your pantry. Enjoy this delightful jelly on toast, in desserts, or even in savory dishes!

This Concord Grape Jelly is sure to impress with its rich flavor and beautiful color. It’s a true celebration of the fall season, perfect for sharing or indulging in on your own. Try this recipe and relish in the fruits of your labor!