Raspberry Jam
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
24 ounces
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Calories
93 kcal
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Course
Dessert, Breakfast, Condiments, Snacks
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Cuisine
American
Raspberry Jam
Description
Raspberry Jam is prepared by cooking fresh or frozen raspberries with granulated sugar and lemon juice. The lemon juice contributes acidity and pectin to help the jam set. The mixture is brought to a full boil then simmered, stirring frequently until it thickens to the desired consistency. The process typically takes 12 to 15 minutes from boiling.
The texture is crucial and monitored using the drippy spoon test, which indicates when the jam has jelled enough to spread without running. The natural fructose in raspberries is the base sweetness, with added sugar adjusting the final taste. This preserves the fruit's bright berry flavor in a syrupy, thickened form.
Once cooled to room temperature, the jam is ready for storage or use. It yields about 24 ounces, filling three 8-ounce jars, making it ideal for spreading on bread, dolloping on yogurt, or incorporating into baked goods.
Notes suggest adjusting sugar according to berry ripeness and personal preference. For low-sugar options, sugar substitutes can be used after initial boiling. The recipe details how to identify jam doneness by drip behavior off a spoon.
Ingredients
- 5 cups raspberry fresh or frozen
- 2 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Turn the stove to medium high heat. In a medium saucepan, add the raspberries, sugar and lemon juice. Place the pan on the stove.
- Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently. Allow the fruit mixture to come to a full boil.
- Reduce the heat slightly to allow the jam to simmer. Continue stirring frequently as the jam thickens until it thickens to your desired consistency. You can also use the drippy spoon technique described in the notes. This should take about 12-15 minutes from the beginning of boiling.
- Remove from the heat and allow to fully cool to room temperature before storing or using for a recipe. Enjoy!
Notes
- Adjust the sugar amount to suit taste, particularly if using very ripe berries.
- Use the drippy spoon technique to test jam thickness: look for a thicker sheet drip to indicate readiness.
- This recipe yields about 24 ounces, filling three 8-ounce jars.
- For no-sugar-added versions, sweeten with sugar substitutes after the fruit begins boiling.
- Allow the jam to cool completely before transferring to jars for storage.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 24ounces
Amount Per Serving
Calories 93 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 93kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 24g | 8% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 39mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 22g | 44% |
| Vitamin A | 8IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 7mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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