Apricot spreads
Preparation of apricot spreads
Ingredients
To make apricot spreads, you will need fresh apricots, sugar and lemon juice.
Preparation steps
- Wash the apricots and remove the pits.
- Cut the apricots into small pieces.
- Put the apricot pieces together with the sugar and lemon juice in a pot.
- Heat the mixture on medium heat and stir occasionally until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Reduce the heat and let the mixture simmer until it thickens and reaches a jam-like consistency.
- Fill the hot jam into clean jars and seal them tightly.
- Let the jars cool down and store them in a cool, dry place.
Use of apricot spreads
Possible combinations
Apricot spreads go particularly well with:
- fresh bread
- yogurt
- quark
- cheese
Nutritional values
Apricot spreads contain about 250 kcal, 60g carbohydrates and 0.5g fat per 100g.
Conclusion
Apricot spreads are a tasty option for all those who love jam. With fresh ingredients and a bit of patience, you can quickly and easily make your own spread.
