Description
This Mulled Wine Jelly captures the cozy, aromatic flavors of mulled wine in a jar! Infused with the rich taste of red wine, warming spices, and a hint of citrus, this jelly is perfect for spreading on toast, adding to desserts, or gifting during the holiday season. A perfect way to enjoy the flavors of mulled wine year-round!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups red wine (preferably a full-bodied red like Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed for best flavor)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 strip of orange peel (about 3 inches)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 package (1.75 oz) fruit pectin (like Sure-Jell)
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients:
- In a large saucepan, combine the red wine, water, orange juice, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and orange peel.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes to allow the spices to infuse into the liquid.
- Remove from heat and strain the liquid to remove the orange peel and any spice solids.
- Cook the jelly mixture:
- Return the strained liquid to the saucepan and add the lemon juice.
- Sprinkle the fruit pectin over the liquid and stir until dissolved.
- Add the granulated sugar and stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly. Once boiling, continue to cook for 5-10 minutes, or until the jelly reaches the desired consistency. You can test this by placing a small spoonful of jelly on a chilled plate and tilting the plate to see if the jelly firms up.
- Jar the jelly:
- While the jelly is cooking, sterilize your jars and lids by boiling them in water for about 10 minutes.
- Once the jelly has thickened, carefully pour it into the hot, sterilized jars, leaving about 1/4 inch of space at the top.
- Seal the jars with the lids and process them in a boiling water bath for 5 minutes to ensure they are sealed properly.
- Cool and store:
- Let the jars cool completely at room temperature. Once cooled, check the seals by pressing down on the center of the lids; they should not pop back.
- Store the mulled wine jelly in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months. Once opened, store in the refrigerator.
Notes
- You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less sugar, depending on your preference.
- If you want a stronger mulled wine flavor, you can reduce the wine before adding the sugar.
- This jelly makes a wonderful gift during the holidays—just add a cute label and ribbon for a personal touch!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Jam, Preserve, Dessert, Holiday Treat
- Method: Stovetop, Canning
- Cuisine: French, European