overcooked jam - now what?

[jubilant cerise]

I've never made blueberry jam before and only have four years canning under my belt - this is the first time I've overcooked a jam. It's not very spreadable even at room temperature. Suggestions? I really don't want to throw it out.

[smartie]

how many jars have you got?

a dollop in gravy, a glaze for beef or lamb or duck. Mini jam tarts.

[jubilant cerise]

Got some other tips for using overcooked jam so I thought I'd share:

- blueberry muffins
- fruit syrup: reheat with juice, lemon juice and water

What overcooked jam? - it's condensed fruit for muffins and syrups ;)

[Emme]

a few random ideas...

stick it in the food processor with some cream cheese to make a spread

cut into pieces and dip in dark chocolate for jelly candies

blend into smoothies

cut into "chips" and mix into sugar cookie dough

[jubilant cerise]

Emme, those are great ideas, thank you!

My sister suggested I try reheating and turning them into candy drops. I'm thinking a hard candy with fruit chunks might not go over well...

[MellieMag]

At one time I had a recipe for Jelly Pie. It bakes in one crust somewhat like a custard. I'll look for it but you might find it online. I think you could use it as a glaze. Don't pitch it, you'll find a use for it. I've always had problems with elderberry jelly,seems like it sets up differently with whatever the weather conditions are that year. If it comes out hard, it's for pie. If it's right, it's jelly. If it doesn't set, look, I made syrup for you!

[jubilant cerise]

ooh jelly pie sounds wonderful! I'll be searching for that recipe for sure, thanks MM!