Description

Learn how to make a quick and easy homemade strawberry jam that’s bursting with fresh fruit flavor. This small-batch recipe requires no pectin and is perfect for spreading on toast, biscuits, or using in your favorite desserts.

Ingredients

Fresh Strawberries

2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped

Granulated Sugar

3/4 cup granulated sugar

Lemon

1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)

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Instructions

Prepare the Strawberries: Place the strawberries in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Mash the strawberries until they start to break down.
Cook the Jam: Add sugar and lemon juice to the saucepan. Bring to a gentle boil, then simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring frequently, until thickened.
Blend (Optional): For a smoother texture, puree the jam with an immersion blender.
Finish and Store: Remove from heat, let cool slightly, then transfer to a jar. Refrigerate and enjoy!

Notes

For added zing, include lemon zest when making the jam.
This jam is best consumed within 2-3 weeks or frozen for longer storage.