Chocolate Raspberry Jam
The jam-fest continues. I should probably tell you that my “jam cabinet” is quickly filling with stacks of vibrant jars. I didn’t intend to make much jam this year, or should I say, I didn’t expect to have enough time to. But, alas, the allure of fresh fruit won out over my more reasonable, we-don’t-have-the-space-nor-time side. So I’ve been jamming away like there’s no tomorrow.
I picked up one precious pint of raspberries at the farmers’ market the other weekend. Raspberries are rare here; apparently the heat and humidity are too much for the delicate berries. So when I saw some, I snatched them up. They weren’t cheap, which is why I only got one pint, but it’s better than nothing.
When I got home, the berries went straight into the saucepan. I had Mrs. Wheelbarrow’s Chocolate Raspberry “Whatever” bookmarked for what seems like ages. I almost made a version of the stuff with strawberries because I was so desperate to try it (and, to be honest, that would actually be pretty darn amazing).
I only had enough berries for 1/3 of the recipe, yielding a precious two miniature jars of dark, chocolatey jam. Or sauce. The consistency is somewhere in between. Whatever it is, it’s incredible.
Sorry friends and family. This stuff will not be among the jars I gift during the holidays.
Nope.
This one’s mine.
All mine.
(Psst! Download the printable labels for this jam here!)
Chocolate Raspberry Jam
Yield: 5 to 6 half-pint jars
Ingredients:
3 pints fresh raspberries
3 cup granulated sugar
Juice of one lemon
9 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely choppedDirections:
In a large heavy stainless steel or enameled saucepan, combine raspberries and sugar and stir over medium-high heat until the sugar has dissolved.
Run the raspberry mixture through a food mill to rid the sauce of (most of) the seeds. Return to saucepan and add the lemon. Heat the mixture to just below boiling.
Add the chopped chocolate and stir until the chocolate is completely melted. Remove from heat and allow the mixture to sit for an hour or two (or, you know, two days). If it is sitting for longer than an hour or two, transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate.
Prepare canner and wash/sterilize 6 half-pint mason (or equivalent) jars. Keep jars in hot (not boiling) water until ready to use. Warm lids in hot (not boiling) water to sterilize and soften seal.
Bring the mixture back to a rolling boil and boil hard for five minutes, stirring constantly.
Turn off the heat and let the jam rest for two or three minutes. At that point, if the surface wrinkles when pushed gently, it's ready. If not, return to heat. Boil for two minutes, allow to rest, and re-test. Repeat until the jam reaches the desired consistency.
Ladle hot jam into jars, leaving 1/4-inch of headspace. Wipe jar rims and threads. Screw on lids and rings. Process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes. Remove from water and let cool completely, 12 to 24 hours. Check seals. Any unsealed jars should be refrigerated and used within 3 weeks.
Recipe from Mes Confitures: The Jams and Jellies of Christine Ferber via Mrs. Wheelbarrow.
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Lindsay, I love love love those jam jars! Plus, the matching ribbon and tags…seriously!?! I am sure the jam tastes as good as the jars look!
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Chocolate jam? Why am I only just hearing about this?!
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I never been a huge fan of jam but this might turn me to love it!
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Your jam jars are super pretty, do you process them in a water bath to seal them? I need an apartment with a pantry so I can make lots of jam!
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I do! The lids have a plastisol lining that seals much like traditional two-piece lids. :) I got them from here:
http://www.sks-bottle.com/340c/fin6f.html
I’ve also never heard of chocolate jam! It sounds delicious. And those jars, ribbon and tags are so cute! I would love to be able to make tags like that. What an amazing present (even with different jam!)
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There’s a woman here in Ireland who makes chocolate raspberry jam for her market stall in Limerick. I absolutely love it, but seeing as how I live on the opposite side of the (albeit small) country, it’s only a rare treat. Can’t wait to give your recipe a try!
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Is this really possible? Or am I dreaming?!
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I am absolutely dying right now over this beautiful jam. I cannot wait to make it soon!!
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Oh those are jars of goodness…Great and very interesting recipe! Awesome photos!
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I can only imagine how amazing this tastes. I mean, we all love chocolate dipped raspberries, and I feel that this is along those lines. Phenomenal.
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I think I would enjoy that more than I do Nutella! What a great idea. XOXO
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What a creative spread..fruity jam!
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Sounds delicious!
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Brilliant idea! This jam sounds amazing!!
And beautiful photos as always. ;)
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yeah, i can totally see why you would not want to share this! sounds so good.
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Love those jars!! So darling. And chocolate raspberry jam sounds totally amazingly sinful. First, ordering those jars, and then making this! Thankfully raspberries and plentiful and cheap around here this time of year :)
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Oh my gosh, I am so making this!!
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I forgot I needed a new food mill until I read the recipe. This sauce sounds amazing and so does your peach and lavender. I’ve got a peach jalapeno jam on the agenda, but these jams are teasing with me! I gotta go get a new food mill asap.
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so excited to make this! Do tell…how do you make all your incredible labels? is there a software that you are using?
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I use Adobe Illustrator to create them. I may offer them up as printables in the near future… since enough people have expressed interest in using them. :)
I have looked and looked at the labels and cannot see a typo!
That’s it? Is this chocolate raspberry jam really that easy to do? Bookmarking this and must try soon. Thanks for sharing.
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Oh my. This is amazing!
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I didn’t even know that a chocolate jan can be created! But this one looks delicious, and combined with tangy raspeberries probably perfect!
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we’re swimming in raspberries growing in a backyard right now… its a dream and even more so since you shared chocolate.raspberry.jam. can’t wait thanks!!
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Color me jealous. :)
another question…please confirm that these jars have been shelf stable for you? Thanks.
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This is the first year I’ve used them but the seal seems just as good as the two-piece lids.
Gorgeous post and photos. It pained me to see the typo on the label. Uugghh…I feel the pain there, really. Good luck with the book and I WILL make this recipe!
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Well, crud. And how long did I stare at these jars and photos without seeing that?
Shh… it’ll be our secret. :)
Looks fantastic!! Do you think the foodmill is absolutely necessary? Does anybody know of any substitution methods?
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You could do without but you’ll end up with a lot more seeds. You could also probably press the berries through a sieve if you have one of those (though I know that can be a tiring process!)
I was told raspberry season was finished, but found 3 pts of the most gorgeous raspberries at the organic farm down the road from me. I now have 5 jars of this angel food. I had a peanutbutter and jam sandwich for lunch today. This stuff is heaven! Tonight it is going to stuff an angelcake. :) Thanks for this fab recipie!!
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I do not have a foodmill. I just drained and stuffed it through a large strainer and it worked great. But a foodmill would probably work better.
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HAHAHA! Well, you made it so you should get to keep it. Sorry you don’t get raspberries there. We get them for a good chunk of the summer and during that time I just devour as many pints as possible. Love this chocolate-raspberry pairing. Will have to make a batch of this!
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Chocolate raspberry jam sounds so amazingly good!
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Made this a couple days ago and had a peanut butter and jam sandwich this morning for breakfast. So yummy! Thanks for the recipe!
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I would love if you have a free printable for this. I just made this today, it is cooling as I type this. I can’t wait to try!
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Why does this jam need to sit for an hour or two before finishing it? Is this to help the pectin set up?
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I’ve never made jam, but this has TOTALLY inspired me to now! This sounds fantastic! & I absolutely love the little jars and labels! So elegant!
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Do you think frozen raspberries would work in this recipe? It looks devine!
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Most definitely!
When are you going to start selling these? I’d be first in line to buy! Love the flavor of chocolate and raspberries together and your jars/labels are awesome. Great job.
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I made 2 batches of this and well, there are no words!!!! I would love to know where you got the jars. They take canning up a notch! Love them AND the jam. I hope I can part with them for gifts :)
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i’d like to know where you bought the jars as well! they are adorable!
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My husband is a chocoholic. I am excited to try this. Yum…raspberries and chocolate…my favorite combo.
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Can you tell me where I can get these specific jars?
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