Description
This Quick and Easy Strawberry Jam recipe provides a simple and delicious way to enjoy fresh strawberries as a sweet spread. Made without pectin or canning, it’s perfect for small batches and ready in just 20 minutes, ideal for beginners or anyone seeking a fresh homemade jam.
Ingredients
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Jam Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the chopped strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest (if using), and a pinch of salt. Stir occasionally until the mixture starts to bubble and the strawberries release their juices, about 5–7 minutes.
- Mash Strawberries: Use a potato masher or fork to mash the berries to your preferred consistency for your jam.
- Simmer to Thicken: Continue to simmer the mixture for another 10–12 minutes, stirring often, until it thickens to a jam-like texture.
- Cool and Store: Remove from heat and let the jam cool slightly, then transfer it to a clean jar or container and refrigerate. The jam will continue to thicken as it cools.
Notes
- This small-batch jam is perfect for quick use and requires no pectin or canning.
- Store the jam in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- For longer storage, freeze the jam for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 30
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
