Homemade Apple Cinnamon Jam with Vanilla

This homemade apple cinnamon jam with a touch of vanilla is pure comfort in a jar! Sweet, fragrant, and simple to make, it captures the flavor of fresh apples, warm cinnamon, and smooth vanilla. Perfect for spreading on toast, pancakes, or serving with yogurt — even beginners can make this jam successfully!

Homemade Apple Cinnamon Jam with Vanilla

Recipe by George Zolis

5.0 from 1 vote

Course: DessertCuisine: GreekDifficulty: Easy

Servings

3

jars

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking time

50

minutes

Calories

40

kcal

Total time

1

hour 

A rich, aromatic apple cinnamon jam with vanilla. Easy to make, beginner-friendly, and full of cozy fall flavor.

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Ingredients

Metric US

• 2 kg 4.4 lb Apples (1.5 kg peeled and cored)

• 1 kg 4 1/2 cup Sugar

• Juice of 1 1/2 Lemons

• 1 tsp 1 tsp Vanilla Extract (or 2 vanillin capsules)

• 2 2 Cinnamon Sticks

How to make Apple Cinnamon Jam

• In a bowl, combine 2 liters (8 cups) of water with the juice of half a lemon.
• Peel and core the apples, slice them thinly, and add them to the bowl to prevent browning.
• Transfer the apples to a large pot, adding about 2 ladles of the soaking water.
• Cover and simmer over medium heat for 15 minutes.
• Add the cinnamon sticks and continue cooking for another 15 minutes.
• Transfer the apples and remaining liquid to a food processor or blender and purée until smooth.
• Return the purée to the pot and bring back to a gentle boil.
• Add the sugar and stir until fully dissolved.
• Simmer over low heat for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Add the juice of one lemon and the vanilla, stir, and simmer for 1 more minute.
• Pour the jam into sterilized jars, seal, and let cool completely before storing.

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Homemade Comfort in a Jar

There’s nothing like the aroma of apple and cinnamon simmering together in your kitchen. This homemade apple cinnamon jam brings that nostalgic fall flavor to life — sweet, spiced, and kissed with a hint of vanilla.

It’s one of the easiest jams you can make, even if you’re a beginner. No pectin, no complicated steps — just fresh apples, sugar, and a little patience. The result is a glossy, golden jam that spreads beautifully and tastes like warm apple pie in a jar.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Beginner-friendly: Simple steps and easy ingredients.
• Naturally thick: The apples’ natural pectin gives it the perfect consistency.
• Versatile: Delicious on bread, pancakes, or yogurt — or as a filling for pastries.

Tips for Perfect Jam

• Use sweet, aromatic apples like Fuji, Gala, or Golden Delicious.
• Always use fresh lemon juice — it balances the sweetness and helps preserve the jam.
• Sterilize your jars by boiling them for 10 minutes before filling.

This apple cinnamon jam is not just delicious — it’s a gift of comfort. Store it in jars, add a ribbon, and you have a homemade present perfect for holidays or cozy mornings.