Cantaloupe Jam Cantaloupes are long, melon-like fruits that grow on the ground with ribbed skin. If you like fruit spreads or jams, I highly recommend that give Cantaloupe Jam a try! It was a fun and tasty alternative to eating cantaloupe. We have an Easy Cantaloupe Jam Recipe with a few ways to enjoy it sweet or savory!
To start you will peel the cantaloupe, then cut it into cubes. Yield: You will need approximately 4 cups of chopped cantaloupe for this recipe output In a large pot, combine the diced cantaloupe, sugar and lemon juice Add Water: Turn the heat to medium-high and let it cook. Stir frequently while it cooks so that everything comes together. The cantaloupe will break down and the sugar should not be visible in the mixture when it is soft enough.
When your jam is thick, ladle it into clean jars and let it cool. Stir occasionally and then let it cool completely — the jam will continue to thicken as it cools. Do not panic if it appears a bit soupy initially; this will thicken! Allow it to cool completely and you are ready for some close up time with your cute apple roses!
To fancy up your toast with Cantaloupe Jam, simply toast a slice of your bread-of-choice. Feel free to use the bread of your choice, whether it be white, whole wheat or otherwise. Or simply head over to the oven and toast up some bread as you like, then layer on a hefty helping of Cantaloupe Jam. You can eat it as raw or add some further toppings for an even better taste!
Another fun option is to layer on the jam with a spoonful of whipped cream. This will turn your peanut butter toast into a smooth, delicious sandwich! They all tasted great with each other! You can also sprinkle some cinnamon on the jam as well. The richness of the cinnamon enhances and compliments the sweet cantaloupe taste over all. It is left to you so that you can do a little experimenting and have the toppings that are best-loved by means of your family.
It uses only a few ingredients along with the cantaloupe and you can use this jam in many different ways which is great! It definitely belongs on some toast, but it also complements any other sweet treat just as well; cakes and muffins or even pancakes. Be creative and find as many ways to enjoy it!
But, I would also use this Cantaloupe Jam for a delicious salad topper! Combine vinaigrette with some of your favorite salad greens to start. Then, simply top with a spoonful of Cantaloupe Jam. This flavor would also align perfectly along a light, sweet and fruity jam in your salad.