Description
Indulge in the sweet, rich flavor of homemade strawberry jam with this easy recipe that requires no pectin. Perfect for spreading on toast or as a filling for pastries, this jam captures the essence of fresh strawberries in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Fresh Strawberries (washed and hulled)
- 1¼ cups Granulated Sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
Instructions
- Sterilize mason jars by boiling them in water; set aside to dry.
- Prepare strawberries by hulling and dicing or blending for a smoother texture.
- In a large pot, combine strawberries with sugar and lemon juice; stir well.
- Allow the mixture to sit for 10-15 minutes to release juices.
- Heat over medium-low until sugar fully dissolves.
- Simmer for 10-15 minutes while mashing strawberries until soft.
- Bring to a full rolling boil; cook until the temperature reaches 220°F, stirring often.
- Remove from heat and skim any foam off the top if desired.
- Pour into prepared jars, leaving 1/4 inch space at the top, seal tightly.
- Cool at room temperature before refrigerating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 48
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Use ripe strawberries for maximum flavor and sweetness. Adjust sugar according to your taste preference. This recipe is versatile—try adding other berries like blueberries or raspberries for variations.