Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of homemade strawberry jam, a sweet spread that captures the essence of summer in every bite. Bursting with vibrant flavors from ripe strawberries and a hint of citrus, this jam transforms your breakfast or snack into a memorable treat. Perfect for toast, desserts, or as a topping for savory dishes, making your own strawberry jam is easier than you think. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a jar full of sunshine that brightens any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 package (1.75 oz) fruit pectin
Instructions
- Wash and hull the strawberries; chop them into small pieces to release their juices.
- In a large bowl, mix the chopped strawberries with sugar and lemon juice. Let sit for 10-15 minutes to macerate.
- Transfer the mixture to a saucepan over medium-high heat; stir until it reaches a rolling boil.
- Add pectin according to package instructions, stirring continuously for about 10 minutes until thickened.
- Pour hot jam into sterilized jars, leaving some space at the top before sealing tightly.
- Allow jars to cool completely at room temperature before storing in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Preserve
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (20g)
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg