Strawberry Jam

This homemade strawberry jam is the perfect way to preserve the peak flavor of the season. Made with just fresh strawberries and sugar, it offers a brilliant ruby red color and a thick, spreadable consistency that melts on toast or crowns a scoop of vanilla ice cream. The balance of tart fruit and sweet syrup creates a versatile condiment for yogurt, pancakes, or even as a glaze for grilled meats. Simple to make with pantry staples, this jam delivers an authentic, farm-fresh taste that store-bought versions simply cannot match. It is an ideal project for a lazy Sunday afternoon, resulting in jars of sunshine you can enjoy for months.

Cooking Method: Boiling

Cuisine: American

Courses: Sauces & Condiments

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 4

Calories: 1277.1

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Description

This homemade strawberry jam is the perfect way to preserve the peak flavor of the season. Made with just fresh strawberries and sugar, it offers a brilliant ruby red color and a thick, spreadable consistency that melts on toast or crowns a scoop of vanilla ice cream. The balance of tart fruit and sweet syrup creates a versatile condiment for yogurt, pancakes, or even as a glaze for grilled meats. Simple to make with pantry staples, this jam delivers an authentic, farm-fresh taste that store-bought versions simply cannot match. It is an ideal project for a lazy Sunday afternoon, resulting in jars of sunshine you can enjoy for months.

Ingredients

2 quart Strawberries
5 1/2 cup Sugar

Directions

1
Wash and hull the strawberries thoroughly.
2
Place the prepared strawberries in a large, heavy-bottomed pot.
3
Cover the berries with boiling water and let them stand for 3 minutes to soften slightly.
4
Drain the water from the pot, discarding the liquid.
5
Add 2 1/2 cups of fresh water to the strawberries and bring to a hard boil for 3 minutes.
6
Stir in the remaining sugar and continue to boil hard for another 3 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent scorching.
7
Ladle the hot jam immediately into sterilized jars, leaving appropriate headspace.
8
Seal the jars tightly with lids and bands.
9
Process in a boiling water bath if long-term storage is desired, or refrigerate for immediate use.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1277.1kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.0g0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 3.3mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 330.0g111%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 330.0g
Protein 0.0g0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Ensure jars are properly sterilized before filling to prevent spoilage.

For long-term storage, process sealed jars in a boiling water bath canner for 10 minutes.

If not canning, store the jam in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Adjust sugar quantity slightly based on the natural sweetness of the strawberries.

Letting the mixture stand overnight as suggested in some traditional methods can help intensify flavor, but immediate sealing is safer for preservation.

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