No-Fail, Super Easy Strawberry Freezer Jam
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
30 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Resting time
2 hrs
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Total Time
2 hrs 35 mins
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Servings
80 Yield:1 tablespoon servings
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Calories
40 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
No-Fail, Super Easy Strawberry Freezer Jam
Description
This jam recipe starts by washing and crushing fresh strawberries, using a potato masher or pulsed blending to keep some texture. Exactly two cups of the crushed fruit are combined with four cups of sugar and lemon juice, then mixed with liquid fruit pectin. The high sugar content is essential for proper setting and preservation in the freezer. Unlike cooked jams, this preparation is no-cook and relies on pectin for gel formation.
The strawberry flavor is fresh and bright, enhanced by lemon juice. The texture remains slightly chunky due to the controlled crushing method. Ideal for spreading on bread or as a topping, it avoids the firmness of cooked jams but offers a balanced sweetness with real fruit pieces.
Jam is spooned into clean jars or containers and frozen, allowing long-term storage without canning. This yields about five cups, approximating eighty one-tablespoon servings, dependent on container size.
Ingredients
- 4 cups sugar granulated white
- 1 quart strawberry this will equal approximately the 2 cups of crushed berries necessary for the recipe, fresh
- 3 ounces liquid fruit pectin I use one pouch. of Certo which is readily available at most larger supermarkets. One pouch is 3 ounces or 88ml.
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice fresh
Instructions
For the prep:
- To ensure success, read the Café Tips above in the post before starting this recipe.
- Wash and rinse glass jars (or plastic containers) and lids in the dishwasher or with hot soapy water. Dry thoroughly.
- Stem and crush strawberries. I use a potato masher but you can also pulse the berries on and off a few times in a blender or food processor - just be sure you leave it a little chunky.
For the jam:
- Measure exactly 2 cups of the prepared fruit into a large microwave-safe bowl. (Use a dry measuring up to measure the crushed strawberries and level it off at the top with a flat-edge knife - don't be tempted to use extra berries!)
- Add the 4 cups of sugar and stir well for 1 minute. (Again, measure the sugar precisely, using a dry measuring up and leveling it off. You can also weigh the sugar. It should be 800g )
- *Don't be tempted to go with less sugar as the sugar helps the jam to set properly. If you prefer less sugar, go with a low-sugar or no-sugar pectin and follow the directions on the package, not this recipe.
- Place the bowl in the microwave on high power for 3 minutes. (Mixture will not cook but will become warm enough for the sugar to dissolve). Remove from microwave and stir well for another minute.
- Allow the strawberry mixture to sit for 2 hours, giving it a good stir about every 30 minutes. Take a taste to make sure the sugar is dissolved. If it still has a bit of a grainy texture, stir for another minute or two until the sugar is well dissolved.(When the sugar is well-dissolved the mixture will actually deepen in color and lose its "cloudiness". That's when you're ready for the next step.)
- Combine the liquid pectin and lemon juice in a small bowl. Add to strawberry mixture; stir for 3 minutes (no cheating, set a timer).
- Fill containers to within ½ inch of the top. Don't fill any higher as the mixture will expand a bit in the freezer.
- Wipe off the top edges of containers and cover with lids. Let stand at room temperature for 24 hours.
To store:
- Refrigerate up to 3 weeks or freeze up to 1 year. Thaw in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Use exact measurements of crushed strawberries and sugar to achieve proper jam setting.
- Clean and dry jars or plastic containers thoroughly before filling to prevent spoilage.
- This recipe is adapted from Kraft and yields approximately five cups of jam.
- Jam can be stored in the freezer and used as needed without traditional canning.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 80Yield:1 tablespoon servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 40 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 40kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 6mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin C | 2.2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 1mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0mg | 0% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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