This small batch low sugar apricot jam is made from scratch and is pectin free! Use it as apricot glaze on cakes or simply spread on toast. Wash, halve and pit the apricots. Throw them in a pot with wide bottom. Add the water and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring almost constantly. After 10 minutes, the apricots will turn into a mash.
It is perfect for using up dried apricots you have on hand or to make as a special gift for Christmas, Mother's Day or a birthday. This recipe makes 1 1/2 pints.
Directions. Soak apricots in boiling water in a bowl until hydrated, about 30 minutes. Blend apricots, remaining water, and vanilla extract in a food processor, working in batches, until blended but still slightly chunky. Combine apricot mixture with pectin in a large pot over medium heat; cook until just boiling.
Even in the middle of winter, grab your slow cooker and a container of dried apricots and get cooking. Even though this is mostly a hands-off recipe, you'll want to be around during the four hour cooking time to stir the apricots occasionally.