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09 July 2026 Last updated: 12 September 2026

A traditional homemade preserve with the vivid red color and sharp tartness of Cornelian cherries. Pitted fruit gives it a refreshing tang that pairs well with breakfast and yogurt.

Step by Step

How to make it?

1

Boil the Cornelian cherries

15 min

Boil the washed Cornelian cherries with two 200 ml measures of water for about 15 minutes, until the fruit bursts and softens.

2

Remove the pits

10 min

Important: Press the softened Cornelian cherries through a coarse sieve to collect the pulp and separate out the pits.

3

Cook with sugar

20 min

Put the Cornelian cherry pulp and sugar in a pot and cook over medium heat until thickened. Cornelian cherries set quickly; skim off the foam.

4

Finish and jar the preserves

5 min

Add the lemon juice and boil for 5 more minutes. The preserves are ready when a drop on a plate leaves a trail. Spoon the boiling preserves into sterilized jars, seal, and store in a cool place.

Reminder

Important: Cornelian cherries have pits. For smooth preserves, boil the fruit and press it through a sieve to remove them. This recipe contains no flour, milk, or eggs; it is plant-based and gluten-free. Spoon the boiling preserves into sterilized jars, seal, and store in a cool place.

Nutritional Values · 1 serving

Values are estimates
112 kcalCalories
0.4 gProtein
28 gCarbohydrate
0.1 gFat
1.2 gFiber
26 gSugar
2 mgSodium
0 gSaturated Fat
Protein 1% Carbohydrate 98% Fat 1%
#Cornelian cherry preserves #Tart preserves #Homemade jam #Breakfast dishes
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