How many of you agree that homemade jams without preservatives are the best? If you haven’t tried any yet, I highly recommend this Pineapple Vanilla Jam. I bet you will never buy from the store again. With just a handful of ingredients, you can make a delicious, lip-smacking jam with no harmful preservatives.
Homemade Pineapple Vanilla Jam
I love pineapples and whenever I get them I usually make Pineapple Rasam, Kerala Pineapple Madura Curry , Grilled Pineapple and will save some to make this Pineapple Vanilla Jam. My daughter loves to spread this in her sandwich with homemade Instant Pot bread or roti for her lunch box. And as a mom, I need not have to worry about the preservatives the store-bought ones have.
How to make Pineapple Jam
Ingredients used
Stovetop Method
To make this pineapple jam, you need just a handful of ingredients. Pineapple, sugar, lemon juice, vanilla essence, and a pinch of salt. Just cook all the ingredients together till the jam consistency. The addition of vanilla essence enhances the flavor of the jam.
Instant Pot method
Add pineapple chunks and sugar to an Instant Pot. Give a nice stir and set the timer to 6 minutes of high pressure. Once it is done, let the pressure naturally release. Open the lid and either blend the pineapple chunks with a hand blender or mash them with a potato masher if you like chunks in your jam. I blended the cooked pineapple in a blender. Add the blended pineapple to the Instant Pot again. Press the saute button and saute the pineapple mix. Now add vanilla essence, extract of a half lemon wedge, and a pinch of salt. Saute the mix until it turns to jam consistency. Switch off the Instant Pot.
Make sure to refrigerate the jam in a clean container after it completely cools down and always use a dry spoon. Yes, I stress that. Then this jam will be good for 2 weeks. There will be some sneaky guys looking for this jam for sure.
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Pineapple Jam recipe
INGREDIENTS
Pineapple Chunks – 2 cups
Sugar – 3/4 cup
Lemon Juice – 1 teaspoon
Vanilla essence – 1 teaspoon
Salt – a pinch
METHOD
Stovetop
- Take pineapple chunks and sugar in a wide pan.
- Cook on medium flame till the pineapple softens.
- Mash the chunks with a fork.
- Add vanilla essence and a pinch of salt.
- Cook until it leaves the sides of the pan and attains jam consistency.
- Add lemon juice and switch off the flame.
- Give a mix. When it completely cools down, store it in a clean jar.
- Refrigerate and use only a dry spoon.
- Stays good for 2 weeks if stored properly.
Instant Pot
- Add pineapple chunks and sugar to an Instant Pot. Give a nice stir and set the timer to 6 minutes of high pressure.
- Once it is done, let the pressure naturally release. Open the lid and either blend the pineapple chunks with a hand blender or mash them with a potato masher if you like chunks in your jam. I blended the cooked pineapple in a blender.
- Add the blended pineapple to the Instant Pot again. Press the saute button and saute the pineapple mix. Now add vanilla essence, extract of a half lemon wedge, and a pinch of salt.
- Saute the mix until it turns to jam consistency. Switch off the Instant Pot.
NOTES
- Adjust the sugar as per your requirement and the sweetness of the pineapple.
- If you want the jam in smooth consistency, skip the mashing step and blend the jam at the end.
Homemade pineapple vanilla jam-stove top and Instant Pot
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 Cups Pineapple Chunks
- 3/4 cup Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Lemon Juice
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla essence
- Salt a pinch
Instructions
Stovetop
- Take pineapple chunks and sugar in a wide pan.
- Cook on medium flame till the pineapple softens.
- Mash the chunks with a fork.
- Add vanilla essence and a pinch of salt.
- Cook until it leaves the sides of the pan and attains jam consistency.
- Add lemon juice and switch off the flame.
- Give a mix. When it completely cools down, store it in a clean jar.
- Refrigerate and use only a dry spoon.
- Stays good for 2 weeks if stored properly.
- Instant Pot
- Add pineapple chunks and sugar to an Instant Pot. Give a nice stir and set the timer to 6 minutes of high pressure.
- Once it is done, let the pressure naturally release. Open the lid and either blend the pineapple chunks with a hand blender or mash them with a potato masher if you like chunks in your jam. I blended the cooked pineapple in a blender.
- Add the blended pineapple to the Instant Pot again. Press the saute button and saute the pineapple mix. Now add vanilla essence, extract of a half lemon wedge, and a pinch of salt.
- Saute the mix until it turns to jam consistency. Switch off the Instant Pot.
Notes
- Adjust the sugar as per your requirement and the sweetness of the pineapple.
- If you want the jam in smooth consistency, skip the mashing step and blend the jam at the end.
Nutrition
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The post was originally published in 2018 and is now updated with more content and new pictures.
Can I use fresh or canned pineapple?
Yes, you can. I have used fresh pineapple in this recipe. Alternatively you can also use canned pineapples.
This pineapple jam is incredible! I have always wanted to make homemade jam and this recipe is perfect. So easy to follow and tastes great!
Thank you so much
This pineapple jam was incredible! I will be putting this on everything this summer.
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I made this jam and then used it on top of grilled chicken breasts…so very good!
That sounds interesting. I’m going to try that too. Thank you
Loved this homemade jab! The pineapple and vanilla combination was so tasty!
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Pineapple vanilla jam looks delicious I have made it, this wonderful idea for homemade gifts.
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I’ve never had pineapple jam and now I’m hooked! This was so deliciously fruity. After I made one jar, I had to get right back to the shop, to get more pineapples. Might just use it as tiny Christmas gifts this year.
That’s so sweet of you. I’m glad you loved the recipe. Happy Christmas.
This was so delicious, and I love that you can make it in the instant pot. Side note: Mix a little with some Dijon mustard and it’s a great dip for chicken tenders.
Thank s for your tip. I will try.
So easy to make and the addition of vanilla is delicious!!!
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I’ve made this pineapple vanilla jam, and it’s absolutely delicious! The flavors are so bright, and it’s perfect on toast or desserts. Great recipe!
Thank you so much.
Really delicious jam!!
Thanks so much for the recipe!
Please can you send me the detailed nutritional information. Calories, fat, sugar, protein etc.
I have updated the recipe card with nutrition details. Thank you.
Can this jam be prepared in a water bath for a longer life?
I haven’t tried preparing jam in water bath but sure you can and yes it gives a longer shelf life. Let me know. thank you.
This looks insanely good. Yum!
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I love Pineapple too! This is a great unique treat that is hard to beat!
Thank you