Description
Learn how to make a quick homemade strawberry jam that’s bursting with fresh fruit flavor. This small-batch jam requires no pectin and is perfect for spreading on toast or using in a variety of dishes.
Ingredients
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Fresh Strawberry Jam:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest (if using), and salt. Stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and the strawberries begin to release their juices.
- Cook Mixture: Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cook for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring often and mashing the strawberries slightly with a fork or potato masher.
- Thicken Jam: Continue simmering until the mixture thickens and reaches a jam-like consistency. To test, place a small spoonful on a chilled plate—if it wrinkles slightly when pushed, it’s ready.
- Cool and Store: Remove from heat and let cool. Transfer to a clean jar and refrigerate. The jam will continue to thicken as it cools.
Notes
- This jam keeps in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- Use over toast, yogurt, pancakes, or as a filling for baked goods.
- For a smoother texture, blend before cooling.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
