Emine DemirtaşCuisinier de Ligne
25 July 2026 Last updated: 12 September 2026

These preserves are made by letting black currants sit with sugar, then boiling them briefly, following Germany’s late-summer harvest tradition. Their sweet-tart balance pairs simply with breakfast foods at brunch.

Step by Step

How to make it?

1

Prepare the fruit

10 min

Wash the black currants and combine them with the sugar and lemon juice.

2

Let them sit with the sugar

10 min

Cover the mixture and let it sit for 10 minutes so the fruit begins to release its juice.

3

Boil

20 min

Transfer the mixture to a saucepan and bring it to a boil. Once it starts boiling, lower the heat and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.

4

Fill the jars

5 min

Spoon the preserves into clean jars while hot and close the lids.

Reminder

Remove the currants from their stems without crushing them; crushed berries will release their juice too soon. To check the consistency, drop a little onto a plate and let it cool.

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