Apple Nutmeg Conserve

Capture the essence of autumn with this delightful Apple Nutmeg Conserve, a perfect blend of warm spices, tender apples, and crunchy pecans. This recipe combines fresh, chopped apples simmered with granulated and brown sugar, a hint of zesty lemon juice, and the comforting flavors of nutmeg and cinnamon. The addition of pecans offers a satisfying crunch, elevating the texture of this luxurious spread. Ready in under an hour, this conserve is ideal for spreading on toast, pairing with cheese boards, or gifting as a homemade treat. Whether stored in the refrigerator or preserved for later, this sweet and spiced conserve is a gorgeous way to celebrate seasonal flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 cups Apples (peeled, cored, and chopped)
• 3 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 1 stick Cinnamon stick
• 0.5 cups Pecans (chopped)
• 1 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the apples by peeling, coring, and chopping them into bite-sized pieces. Measure out 6 cups of chopped apples.

Step 2

In a large saucepan, combine the chopped apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, lemon juice, ground nutmeg, cinnamon stick, and water.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring to dissolve the sugars.

Step 4

Lower the heat to a simmer and cook for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples have softened and the mixture has thickened. Use a wooden spoon to occasionally mash some of the apples for a chunkier texture.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from the heat and discard the cinnamon stick.

Step 6

Stir in the chopped pecans to add texture and nutty flavor to the conserve.

Step 7

Transfer the apple nutmeg conserve to sterilized jars while still hot, leaving about 1/4-inch of headspace at the top.

Step 8

Seal the jars tightly and let them cool to room temperature. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks or process the jars in a water bath for long-term storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2432 grams (2432.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3717

Total Fat 44.10g	57%
Saturated Fat 4.00g	20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 44mg	2%
Total Carbohydrate 884.20g	322%
Dietary Fiber 41.70g	149%
Total Sugars 830.60g
Protein 9.70g	19%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 232mg	18%
Iron 4mg	21%
Potassium 1904mg	41%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 10.0%

Protein: 1.0%

Carbs: 89.0%