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A jar of homemade Dulce de Grosellas (Puerto Rican Gooseberry Jam) with a spoon, fresh gooseberries, and green leaves on a rustic wooden surface.

Dulce de Grosellas (Puerto Rican Gooseberry Jam) Recipe 🍇🍯

Recipe Author : hfntv@aol.com
A rare Puerto Rican delicacy, Dulce de Grosellas is a sweet, spiced jam made from grosellas (gooseberries), brown sugar, cinnamon, and cloves. Traditionally enjoyed on crackers, with cheese, or as a dessert topping, this jam captures the tropical flavors of Puerto Rico in every bite.

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Condiment
Cuisine Puerto Rican
Servings 2 cups
Calories 57 kcal

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan For cooking and simmering the gooseberries and sugar.
  • Wooden Spoon or Silicone Spatula To stir the mixture while it thickens.
  • Cutting Board & Knife For removing stems and cutting gooseberries (if needed).
  • Measuring Cups & Spoons To measure sugar, water, and spices accurately.
  • Potato Masher or Fork To help break down the gooseberries as they cook.
  • Fine Mesh Strainer (Optional) If you prefer a smoother jam, you can strain out seeds.
  • Sterilized Glass Jar(s) with Lid For storing the jam and keeping it fresh.
  • Funnel (Optional) – Helps pour the jam into jars without spills.
  • Ladle or Large Spoon For transferring the jam into storage jars.

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups grosellas fresh gooseberries, washed and stems removed
  • 1 ½ cups brown sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • 3-4 whole cloves
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional for extra flavor)
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice (helps preserve color and adds brightness)

Instructions
 

Prepare the Gooseberries:

  • Wash the gooseberries thoroughly, removing any stems.
    2 cups grosellas
  • If the berries are large, you can cut them in half to help them break down faster.

Cook the Gooseberries:

  • In a medium saucepan, add the gooseberries, water, cinnamon, and cloves.
    1 cup water, ½ teaspoon cinnamon, 3-4 whole cloves
  • Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  • Once the gooseberries start to soften (about 5-7 minutes), use a spoon or potato masher to gently break them down.

Add the Sugar & Simmer:

  • Stir in the brown sugar and lime juice.
    1 ½ cups brown sugar, 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • Reduce heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • The jam should start to thicken as the sugar caramelizes and the water evaporates.

Add Vanilla & Adjust Consistency:

  • Stir in the vanilla extract (if using).
    1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • If the jam is too thick, add a tablespoon of water at a time to loosen it.
  • If it’s too thin, let it simmer longer to reduce.

Cool & Store:

  • Remove from heat and discard the whole cloves.
  • Allow the jam to cool slightly before transferring it to a sterilized glass jar.
  • Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

Tips & Variations

✅ No Grosellas? Substitute with red or green gooseberries found in some Latin or Asian markets.
✅ Make it Sweeter: Add more sugar if you prefer a thicker, candy-like consistency.
✅ More Spice? Add a pinch of nutmeg or star anise for deeper flavor.
✅ Longer Shelf Life: If you want to preserve it longer, process the jam in a water bath for canning.

Nutrition

Serving: 30gCalories: 57kcalCarbohydrates: 14.73gFiber: 0.59gSugar: 14.43gVitamin C: 0.37mg
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