jam with plums and chocolate – the sweet magic of the holidays!

Step-by-step preparation:
1️⃣ Prepare the plums:
Pit the fruit, chop them into small pieces, and mix them in a large pot with the orange juice.

2️⃣ Add flavors:
Stir in the gelling sugar and cinnamon, and mix everything well.

3️⃣ Cook:
Bring to a rolling boil while stirring constantly, and cook for 4–5 minutes until the fruit softens.

4️⃣ Stir in the chocolate:
Chop the dark chocolate and add it to the hot plum mixture. Stir until the chocolate is completely melted.

5️⃣ Fill into jars:
Immediately pour the jam into sterilized jars, seal tightly, and turn upside down until cooled.

Mistakes to avoid:

Cooking too long: This can cause the jam to lose its fruity freshness.

Adding the chocolate too early: It could burn or develop a bitter taste.

Pro tip:

This jam doesn’t just taste amazing on bread—it’s also perfect as a filling for cookies or as a thoughtful homemade gift. A pretty jar with a ribbon and a handwritten label makes a heartfelt present to bring along!

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