Rosehip jam full of health – a simple recipe anyone can make recept

Name: Rosehip jam full of health – a simple recipe anyone can make
Prep time: 120 min
Cook time: 120 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 7
Ingredients: 2–3 kg of ripe red rosehips; 700 g to 1 kg granulated sugar (to taste); 2–2.5 liters of water

Easy to prepare
7 portions
120 minutes

Jan, 17. 12. 2025

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Rosehips are among the traditional fruits of Czech nature and are literally packed with vitamin C and other beneficial substances. Homemade rosehip jam is not only tasty but also healthy and, thanks to its natural sweet-and-sour taste, goes well with baked goods, in desserts, or simply by the spoonful. This recipe is simple and anyone who wants to enjoy an honest homemade treat can manage it.

For 7 portions

Ingredients

2–3 kg of ripe red rosehips
700 g to 1 kg granulated sugar (to taste)
2–2.5 liters of water

Preparation procedure

Preparing the rosehips: Thoroughly wash the fruits, remove the stalks and any remaining flower styles. Cut them in half.
Pre-cooking: Place the rosehips in a large pot, cover with water and cook for about 2 hours, until the seeds and skins begin to loosen. During boiling you can crush the fruits with a potato masher. Then let it sit for at least 2–3 hours, ideally overnight.
Straining: Strain the cooked mixture through a fine sieve. If it's too thick, thin it with a little water. Only hard residues and hairs should remain in the sieve.
Final cooking: Return the strained rosehip pulp to the pot and cook for another 2–3 hours, until the volume is reduced by about half and the mixture thickens. Then add sugar to taste and stir more often so the jam doesn't burn.
Canning: Pour the finished jam into clean jars rinsed with hot water and close them tightly immediately. Turn the jars upside down or cover them with a blanket and let them cool.
Storage: Store the jam in a cool, dry place. Thanks to the sugar, it will keep for a very long time even without preservatives.

Preparation time and number of servings

Total preparation time: approximately 6–7 hours (including resting time)
Active preparation: approximately 1.5–2 hours
Servings: 6–7 jars of jam

Conclusion

Homemade rosehip jam is not only a delicious treat but also a source of health. It is ideal with fresh bread and butter, on pancakes, or just on its own as a natural sweet. If you make it to stock up, you’ll always have a piece of autumn full of vitamins on hand.