Jams & Preserves

Quince Jelly

Fragrant rose-gold jelly with natural quince pectin.

Adapted and reviewed byCanning Vault · Cedar Ridge Ventures LLCLibrary reviewAugust 11, 2026How recipes are reviewed →
Prep35 minCanning time5 min + elevationYieldAbout 4 half-pintsLevelIntermediate
Quince Jelly

Gather

Ingredients

  • Quince
  • Water for extraction
  • Sugar in the tested ratio

Preserve

Instructions

  1. 01

    Wash and cut quince without peeling; simmer with measured water until soft and strain.

  2. 02

    Measure juice and sugar exactly; boil rapidly to the jellying point.

  3. 03

    Fill pre-sterilized jars with ¼-inch headspace.

  4. 04

    In a boiling-water canner, process hot half-pint or pint jars for 5 minutes (base time).
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Trusted recipe source

NCHFP — Quince Jelly

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