«Tsarskoe» jam

10 servings

30 minutes

'Tsarskoye' jam is a true delicacy of Russian cuisine, worthy of royal feasts. Its history dates back centuries when sweet treats symbolized wealth and sophistication. In this recipe, cherries infused with walnut aroma slowly simmer in sugar syrup, acquiring a rich caramel hue. The lemon tartness and subtle vanilla aroma complete the flavor composition, turning the jam into a true gastronomic luxury. It can be served as an independent treat with tea, used in baking, or as a refined addition to cheese snacks. Each spoonful of this jam is a journey to an era when sweets were an art and the cooking process was a true ritual.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 514.4
• Proteins: 2.7g
• Fats: 6.9g
• Carbohydrates: 112.1g

Ingredients

• Cherries: 1 kg
• Peeled walnuts: 100 g
• Sugar: 1 kg
• Lemon: 0.5 pc
• Vanillin: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Remove the pits from the cherries. Instead of pits, place a small piece of walnut in the prepared cherries. Then sprinkle with sugar and let it sit for 5-6 hours.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cherries: 1 kg
   • Peeled walnuts: 100 g
   • Sugar: 1 kg

2. After the designated time, the jam can be put on the fire. For the first time, we leave it on low heat for 6-8 minutes.

3. We wait again for 5–6 hours. This operation needs to be repeated three times.

4. At the end, add lemon juice or lemon wedges and vanillin.

   Required ingredients:

   • Lemon: 0.5 piece
   • Vanillin:  to taste