37 jelly recipes to sweeten your life in a healthy way

You know when you get that urge to eat a sweet with a more natural flavor with that grandma’s recipe face? In these moments, a good option is a jam, accompanied by toast or a warm and homemade bread.

Because they are made with fresh ingredients and have a simple method of preparation with an easy to reach point, they are also super affordable and healthier than industrialized sweets.

But in addition to the easy-to-make traditional jellies, there are elaborate versions that can accompany other recipes and even serve as gifts for loved ones.

Check out 40 delicious and surprising jelly recipes to spice up your coffees, desserts or dinners.

traditional jellies

1. Strawberry Jelly: Strawberry is a very common ingredient in sweets, after all its flavor combines with several ingredients, in addition to being sweet in the right measure. Strawberry jam is a super traditional option that pleases different palates and can be served with toast, crackers and breads.

2. Guava jelly: this recipe combines the delicious flavor of guava with the creamy texture of the jelly, resulting in the perfect sweet for breakfast or that mid-afternoon snack.

3. Cherry jam: despite the cherry is not an easy fruit to find and not very cheap, this recipe is worth the effort. The unique and seductive flavor of the cherry gains an even more special touch when accompanied by cognac. You won’t stop testing, will you?

4. Raspberry jam: following the red fruits line, this is a raspberry jam recipe, but accompanied by apple to help bind it. The result is a smooth and unforgettable jam.

5. Blackberry jelly: jelly is a recipe characterized by the strong presence of sugar, but this version brings a different sensation due to the slightly sour taste of the blackberry. According to the owner of the recipe, it’s a great option to eat with ice cream or use as a frosting on a cake. Worth trying!

6. Jabuticaba jelly: this is one of those recipes to eat with your mouth and also with your eyes. In addition to being easy to prepare and delicious, this jelly has an amazing visual result! A great choice for those who like the taste of jabuticaba.

7. Plum jam: this recipe has something very special, because in addition to being a homemade and fresh jam recipe, it does not contain any sugar. As a substitute, 100% whole grape juice was used, which is also taught in the recipe. In addition, cinnamon was added, resulting in a jam full of personality and freshness.

8. Grape jelly: traditional and simple, this jelly only takes grapes, sugar and water. Niagara grapes were used, which brought a sweeter flavor and reddish color, but how about, after trying this one, testing with other types?

9. Pomegranate jelly: following the line of surprising flavor recipes, here’s an idea for those who love the taste of pomegranate, but find it difficult to taste it, or would like to enjoy it in other ways. This pomegranate jelly still has mint and sake. An explosion of flavors!

10. Red fruit jelly: combining strawberry, blueberry, blackberry and raspberry this recipe is great to accompany both toast and cheesecake. In addition to the fruits, the jelly has brown sugar, vanilla essence and orange flakes, to give that special touch. Be sure to try it out!

11. Pear jam: like apples, grapes and tangerines, pears contain a large amount of pectin and are therefore a good choice for jam. The flavor of the jam is mild and again the lemon is present to help with conservation.

12. Apricot jam: sophisticated, the apricot jam has the sourness and soft sweetness of the fruit and a mouth-watering yellow color. The recipe calls for dried apricots, but if you can find fresh fruit it is also an option. In addition to the sugar and water, the juice of a lemon was added, which brings harmony to the flavor and contributes to the conservation of the color and the recipe in general.

13. Kiwi jelly: still following the line of the sweet with a sour touch, this kiwi jelly recipe is a version that in addition to the fruit and sugar, takes apple to help with the point. The kiwi seeds give a special touch to the jam, as they bring a certain crunchiness and embellish the jam.

14. Tangerine Jam: Tangerine has a very popular flavor and is a great base for a jam, as it has pectin (a component that contributes to the jam’s characteristic consistency) and a sourness that balances the sweetness of the recipe.

15. Cupuaçu jelly: cupuaçu has a very characteristic taste that if you don’t know it, it’s worth trying. The jelly made with this fruit, in addition to being balanced (sweet in the right measure), has an incredible aroma! To help with consistency, the recipe calls for apple.

16. Acerola jelly: azedinha, acerola jelly is a great option to get away from traditional and very sweet jellies. In addition to the slightly citrus flavor, the color and texture of this recipe are passionate.

17. Passion fruit jelly: again an option that combines the sour flavor of the fruit with the sugar and results in a balanced and super tasty jelly. In addition, passion fruit jelly tends to be shiny and, adding a few whole seeds at the end, full of charm, even serving as a gift.

18. Orange jelly: simple to make and with few ingredients, this jam is a good option to cover cakes and accompany ice cream or bread. Its flavor is not cloying, after all the orange has an acidic touch and the recipe still takes the juice of a lemon. There’s no reason not to test it!

19. Persimmon jelly: it’s not easy to find recipes that use persimmon as a base, but here’s an alternative for those who are a fan of the fruit. This amazingly flavored and easy-to-prepare jam is a great idea to innovate at the coffee table!

20. Apple Jam: Apple is widely used in other jams due to its high concentration of pectin, but why not leave it as the protagonist? This recipe is an alternative for those who prefer mild flavors, as it takes less sugar, thanks to the abundance of pectin, and a touch of lemon.

21. Apple Peel Jelly: an option for those who avoid waste and love to explore all the features and parts of an ingredient is this recipe made only with apple peels. The taste is amazing!

22. Ginger jelly: sweet and with a touch of fire, ginger jelly is a good choice to compose savory dishes, but also to innovate in the accompaniment of toast. In the recipe, the sugar was replaced by brown sugar, but you can use whatever you prefer. Apple and lemon are also present.

23. Mint jelly: refreshing and a great option to accompany meats, this recipe is super easy to prepare. The consistency is up to the apple and for the rest only simple ingredients: water, mint and sugar.

24. Pepper Jelly: This recipe is a little different from other jams, as it mixes the striking flavor of pepper and garlic, with the mild acidity of orange juice, the sweetness of the apple and of course the sugar itself. In addition to a peculiar taste, the jelly has an incredible appearance and texture. It is worth trying to accompany cheeses, toast, meats, nachos…

elaborate jellies

25. Banana jelly with chocolate: this is not a simple banana jelly recipe, after all it is accompanied by dark chocolate, cinnamon and orange juice and Sicilian lemon. This combination results in a super balanced and tasty recipe that, despite being elaborate, is easy and quick to prepare!

26. Mango jelly: mango is a fruit that in natura is already quite sweet, therefore, in this recipe, it is accompanied by a touch of lemon and chili peppers. This jam doesn’t go well for breakfast, but it’s a good option to accompany a pork loin, cheeses or to compose an unforgettable dessert!

27. Passion fruit jelly with mango: another alternative to increase the mango jelly is to combine it with passion fruit. In this version the flavor goes from striking to a jelly that every bite brings a sensation.

28. Guava jelly with orange: still thinking about fruit combinations, this is a recipe that combines guava and orange, fruits with very characteristic flavors, but at the same time soft. The guava was used in pieces, while the orange in the form of juice and in addition, lemon was added to help with conservation.

29. Functional pitanga jelly: the jelly is already a sweet with a healthy touch, but this option brings chia as an ingredient, enriching the jelly with fiber, proteins, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Added to these advantages, the unmistakable and refreshing flavor of pitanga. There’s no reason not to try it!

30. Peach and Lavender Jam: The presence of lavender in this recipe brings both sophistication and complexity, after all, you can’t find lavender everywhere. But, if you want to try a unique jam, this is a good one. In addition to peach and lavender, lemon juice and zest complete the recipe.

31. Fig and vanilla jam: this fig jam has a surprising flavor and goes well with different combinations: yogurt, ice cream, bread, cheese… In addition to figs and sugar, the recipe uses lemon juice and vanilla bean, being the latter optional, but responsible for giving the jelly a very special flavor and look.

32. Watermelon and vanilla jelly: for those who love to try new things, this recipe is a good choice. The freshness and sweetness of watermelon, combined with the delicacy of vanilla, form a unique and delicious jam!

33. Pineapple jelly with pepper: just reading what this jelly is about makes you want to try it. The pepper used in this recipe is pepperoni, which in addition to the flavor, leaves the jelly with a charm. The apple also makes up the recipe, to bring the pectin.

34. Apple jelly with agar agar and pepper: this is one of the most elaborate recipes on the list, as it uses ginger, mint, jalapena pepper and girl’s finger, apple and pineapple, in addition to agar agar gelatin. The method of preparation is also different from traditional jellies, but the result is a healthy and tasty recipe.

35. Orange and ginger jelly: a jelly with a mild flavor, as the sweet is no longer the protagonist combined with the mild acidity of the orange and the characteristic spiciness of the ginger. Another interesting point of this recipe is the reuse, as all parts of the orange (peel, seeds and central white fibers) are used. Despite having several steps, the result is worth it!

36. Plum jam and port wine: all the color and flavor of plums, combined with port wine, result in an enveloping and special jam, to the point of serving as a beautiful gift. In addition to these two main ingredients, the recipe takes cinnamon and lemon.

37. Nectarine and orange jelly: the combination of nectarine and orange forms a slightly citrusy jelly with a velvety texture. To achieve this consistency, the recipe has more steps than a regular jam, but nothing too complex. In addition to the two fruits, the recipe has lemon juice and zest to complete the flavor and help with pectin and conservation.

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