Looking for some and unique jelly and jam recipes to make this summer?
It’s so much fun to create a jar of summer all on your own, and this post is full of some fabulously creative ideas!
I absolutely love canning, one because I hate seeing anything go to waste, but two because – hello?
You can make some pretty delicious things!
From jellies and jams, to salsa’s and butters and many things in between.
Here are 10 of my favorite unique jelly or jam recipes.
Several I will be making this summer to try and some I will be making again because they have found a home in our kitchen. Enjoy!
Have a unique jelly recipe? Link it in the comments below!
1. Corn Cob Jelly
Maybe the most unique Jelly I’ve made or even tried to date. I love this jelly, it has an almost honey-like flavor to it, buttery and sweet.
It is also relatively easy for a beginner.
Corn Cob Jelly
This deliciousCorn Cob Jellyis light, sweet and incredibly delicate and delicious. It tastes a whole lot like honey on anything you spread it on.
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2 . Banana Jam
We’ve made something similar to this recipe, but definitely not this exact one. It is coming soon, but in the meantime, this recipe looks intriguing and we are definitely interested in trying it.
This would be fantastic on toast, pancakes and more.
Banana Jam
Thisbanana jam recipeis great to make any time of year as the fruit is always readily available. It is one of the most budget friendly homemade jam recipes too, since overripe bananas are so inexpensive.
3. Dandelion Jelly
We finally tried it out and OMG!
It’s not like Dandelions aren’t in abundance starting about now and continuing on all summer long.
It’s an easy to source recipe and tastes amazing!
It has a very light sweet floral taste that doesn’t scream dandelions when you taste it.
Dandelion Jelly
Beautiful golden Dandelion Jelly tastes like sweet honey with a twist of citrus. Absolutely delicious on sandwiches, toast, bagels and english muffins.
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4. Watermelon Jelly
A sweet reminder of summer. The color, the flavor…
I love this Jelly and it make’s an awesome syrup for pancakes too.
It sort of tastes like a piece of watermelon candy in a jar.
Watermelon Jelly
The sweet taste of summer canned in a jar ofWatermelon Jelly. This jelly is a sweet watermelon flavor, delicious and goes great on a slice of bread, topping pancakes or waffles or even used in fruit salad or baked goods.
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5. Honeysuckle Jelly
This Honeysuckle jelly is absolutely amazing. It is my favorite on the list.
Easily one of our most popular recipes for summer on the site too!
Simple childhood summers in a jar!
It has a light honey, very mild taste with a floral undertone. It’s so good.
Honeysuckle Jelly
Unique, fragrant Honeysuckle Jelly! Ingredients include fresh honeysuckle flowers, pectin, fresh lemon juice and sugar. This recipe tastes just like summer in a jar.
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6. Hot Pepper Jelly
Not only do I love the idea of this jelly from Averie Cooks, but I absolutely love how gorgeous it is.
This would make such a beautiful gift at holiday time, but I’ll be trying this one out after my peppers grow.
Hot Pepper Jelly
When Trader Joe’s decided to discontinue their Hot Pepper Jelly for the season (or maybe forever, who knows), I started going through hot pepper withdrawal.
7. Blood Orange Marmalade
This was one of my favorites I have tried from the Put ‘Em Up Cookbooks. SO good!
Blood Orange Marmalade goes perfect with toast, bagels or even as a marinade for meats.
And a spoonful out of the jar isn’t bad either lol
Blood Orange Marmalade
A little bit of sunshine in a jar. This Blood Orange Marmalade has a sweet, yet subtly tart citrus flavor that makes you think of a sunny day!
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8. Pineapple Jelly
Easily one of my very favorite fruits, I wonder why I have never tried this recipe from Colleen’s Recipes or any other for that matter.
Timeto change that and maybe even play a bit with the flavor profile beyond the simple pinapple.
Crushed Pineapple Jam
There are a thousand uses for a good pineapple jam: toast, muffins, ham glaze, roast chicken glaze, pork roast glaze, cookie fillings and ma…
9. Blueberry Lemon Basil Jam
This is a favorite jam recipe in our house. A Sweet and Summer-y spread.
The flavors compliment one another so well.
Definitely worth making and enjoying!
Blueberry Lemon Basil Jam
The sweet summery goodness of Blueberries, the tangy taste of lemon and the sweet spiciness of basil combines in this gorgeous and very delicious jam.Blueberry Lemon Basil Jamwill quickly become a favorite!
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10. Pumpkin Jam
This pumpkin jam from My Island Bistro Kitchen is similar to one I tried this Fall.
We absolutely loved it, but I want to change it up a little and make something that literally tastes like Fall.
Regardless this is awesome and her recipe is pretty simple, a good one for sure!
Pumpkin Jam – My Island Bistro Kitchen
Pumpkin Jam is an old-fashioned colorful, moderately sweet, jam that is a fall treat.Best stored in refrigerator and eaten fresh within one month of making.
We hope you found a unique jelly or jam recipe that you would like to try. While I know there are others out there, and I will update this as we go, these were my favorite finds!
What is your favorite special jelly to make?
Nicole Cook
Nicole Cook is a professional food writer, a chef and baker as well as the main voice behind Daily Dish Recipes. Her family friendly and kitchen tested recipes are designed to help the home cook prepare delicious meals for their family and friends. Nicole has been featured on Today, HuffPost, Taste of Home, Buzz Feed and More. She writes and photographs alongside her daughter Brielle, the other voice of Daily Dish Recipes.
