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2 Ingredient Concord Grape Jelly Recipe

When I was little, creamy peanut butter and concord grape jelly sandwiches were a staple in my diet. In those days I had no idea how to create a Concord Grape Jelly Recipe. I had never even seen a real concord grape until I got married, my mom only bought green grapes when I was a kid.

Concord Grape Jelly Recipe

Every year when the concord grapes start to come in, my husband buys as many as he can because they seem to disappear quickly, maybe that is why we never had them growing up.

This year we bought so many that we decided to make our own Concord Grape Jelly Recipe and since I love creating healthy recipes for the Specific Carbohydrate Diet, I was able to make this Concord Grape Jelly using only two ingredients, without adding in any sugar.

Concord Grape Jelly Recipe

Where Do I Get Concord Grapes for this Jelly Grape Recipe?

After finding an ad that claimed you could pick five gallons of Concord Grapes for just five dollars, we were willing to take the Craigslist challenge and headed out to Palo. When we pulled into the driveway we could spot the vines full of concord grapes and the owners nearby, it seemed we were going to win the challenge because there were indeed grapes to be picked and the owners seemed harmless.

Concord Grape Jelly Recipe

It was the greatest deal you could ever hope for on Concord Grapes, they even let us keep the five-gallon bucket we filled up.

We only needed the one bucket because we knew that we couldn’t possibly eat all of these Concord Grapes before they went bad. That’s when I decided to make some Concord Grape Jelly but I didn’t want to add sugar and I could not find any Concord Grape Jelly Recipes on Pinterest that didn’t require sugar.

Concord Grape Jelly Recipe

So I played around in the kitchen, one of my favorite things to do by the way, and I created this Concord Grape Jelly Recipe without using any sugar.

How to Make this Grape Jelly Recipe

I started by adding all of the concord grapes to a pot and cooked on high until the grapes started to boil, stirring to keep the grapes from burning to the bottom.

Concord Grape Jelly Recipe

The grapes will begin to burst and spill the juice into the pot as it heats up as well as when stirred. You can press the spoon against the grapes to make the juicing of the grapes process happen faster.

Lower the heat to medium and place a lid on top of the pot. Cook for about 2 hours, stirring on occasion to prevent burning to the bottom of the pot. When using concord grapes jelly will resemble juice throughout the process. This is a normal part of the process so don’t get discouraged if this is the case for you.

Concord Grape Jelly Recipe

Allow the grapes to cool, at this point they will resemble grape juice more than grapes but there will still be grape skins and seeds. Once it has cooled for about half an hour, use a strainer to separate the grape skin and seeds from the juice, and then pour the juice portion into an airtight container.

Tips for this Concord Grapes Jelly Recipe

I used the back of a measuring spoon because it fits well into the mesh strainer and pressed the grapes to push the juice through. This part of the process shows that you can make a grape jelly recipe from juice if you don’t want to make a grape jelly recipe using fresh grapes. Buying juice to make this homemade jelly would really speed up the process.

Concord Grape Jelly Recipe

Add one packet of gelatin for every cup of grape juice, stirring well then allow to cool in the refrigerator. The grape jelly will thicken as it stands and the more gelatin you use, the thicker it will be.

Be careful not to add too much gelatin as it can throw the consistency off, and allow for the jelly to thicken over time, you can always add in more later if needed.

Concord Grape Jelly Recipe

How to Store Grape Jelly

Store jelly in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. I have read a lot of food bloggers sharing recipes for grape jelly that claim that they freeze their jelly, I have not tried this yet but if we pick up more Concord Grapes, I think I may give it a try and let you know how that turns out.

Since this easy jelly recipe doesn’t contain sugar it is the perfect keto grape jelly recipe for those following a low-carb diet. Once you learn how to make grape jelly with gelatin, you can swap out this healthy grape jelly with your favorite fruit. Stock your cabinets with this low sugar grape jelly recipe and create a green grape jelly recipe for a fun variation on this low carb grape jelly.

Concord Grape Jelly Recipe

For those of us who are trying to stay away from regular bread or following the Specific Carbohydrate Diet, this flourless bread is a perfect option to spread the Concord Grape Jelly on.

Concord Grape Jelly Recipe

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More Easy Recipes

If you like this homemade grape jelly you will love learning how to make this Blueberry Jelly Recipe or this 10-minute strawberry jam. Take a look around the site to find easy recipes like these low carb dinner ideas and these keto dump meals. You may also enjoy these peanut butter and jelly cookies.

If you are following the Specific Carbohydrate Diet, check out all of my SCD Recipes by clicking the link.

Have you tried this recipe? Leave a comment letting me know how it turned out. I would love to hear what you are pairing this recipe with, so be sure to drop a comment with your delicious ideas!

Concord Grape Jelly Recipe

2 Ingredient Concord Grape Jelly Recipe

Ingredients

  • Gelatin
  • Concord Grapes

Instructions

    Start by adding all of the concord grapes to a pot and cook on high until the grapes start to boil, stirring to keep the grapes from burning to the bottom.


    The grapes will begin to burst and spill the juice into the pot as it heats up as well as when stirred. You can press the spoon against the grapes to make the juicing of the grapes process happen faster.


    Lower the heat to medium and place a lid on top of the pot. Cook for about 2 hours, stirring on occasion to prevent burning to the bottom of the pot.


    Allow the grapes to cool, at this point they will resemble grape juice more than grapes but there will still be grape skins and seeds. Once it has cooled for about half an hour, use a strainer to separate the grape skin and seeds from the juice, and then pour the juice portion into an airtight container.


    I used the back of a measuring spoon because it fits well into the mesh strainer and pressed the grapes to push the juice through.


    Add one packet of gelatin for every cup of grape juice, stirring well then allow to cool in the refrigerator. The grape jelly will thicken as it stands and the more gelatin you use, the thicker it will be.


    Be careful not to add too much gelatin as it can throw the consistency off, and allow for the jelly to thicken over time, you can always add in more later if needed.

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My journey started after a Crohn's disease diagnosis, inspiring a commitment to well-being. This site shares my distinctive approach to healthy living with my collection of nutritious recipes that boast authentic flavors, mimicking the indulgence of traditional dishes. I love sharing guilt free recipes for low carb, keto, gluten-free, paleo, and the specific carbohydrate diet. I also share tips on natural living, including homemade cleaners and cleaning hacks. I also share my experience as a veterinary technician and pet groomer, to integrate pet health tips, homemade dog food recipes, and grooming insights to ensure your pets thrive.

Carlata

Thursday 14th of September 2023

Why does it cook for 2 hours? I brought the grapes to a rolling boil, turned off the stove, then pressed them through a sieve. Heated the liquid up to a low boil, turned it off, added gelatin, but not enough! Now I'm going to reheat all of it, but and add more (in the amounts you give), but do I need to let it cook awhile? 2 hours? Thanks. Yours is the only recipe I've found that uses no sugar (I used some, to reduce the tartness a little) and I appreciate it.

Melissa

Friday 15th of September 2023

Hi Carlata, I also struggled to find a no sugar jelly recipe which is what inspired me to create this one, I am glad you appreciate it. In my experience, cooking the grapes for a long time helps to break down the pectin and make the jelly set. It also concentrates the flavor of the jelly and makes it more intense. I hope this helps, thanks for stopping by, trying the recipe, and leaving a comment.

Lee

Wednesday 13th of September 2023

Hello! I was wondering if this recipe calls for sugar free grape jello or Knox unflavored gelatin? Would like to try it.

Melissa

Wednesday 13th of September 2023

Hi Lee, thanks for stopping by and commenting. I used Knox unflavored gelatin for this recipe. I hope your jelly comes out great!

super mario bros

Wednesday 26th of September 2018

I made this last night for dinner and it was simple and very delicious!

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