Description: A guide to the similarities and differences between Jams, Jellies, Preserves, Marmalades, Fruit Butter, Conserves, Chutneys, and Compotes.
preserves (191) jams (166) jellies (72) chutneys (45) conserves (30) marmalades (18) fruit butter (5) compotes (3)
A guide to cooked fruit mixtures.
Jams are made by cooking crushed/chopped up fruit, along with sugar and fruit juice or water. Pectin is sometimes added to help with gelling. While seeds are commonly found in jams, it is usually free of chunks of actual fruit.
Jellies are made by cooking crushed/chopped up fruit, along with sugar and fruit juice or water. Pectin is added to help with gelling (moreso than with Jam ). After cooking, Jelly is strained to remove all solids, leaving a clear and smooth texture.