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Small Batch Strawberry Jam

This delicious small batch jam is perfect for when you don't need 50 jars - but you DO need a little jam! Homemade is always better, and this recipe is no exception!

Prep Time
2 mins
Cook Time
2 mins
Total Time
12 mins
Servings: 24
Calories: 55 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 pound fresh strawberries
  • 1 1/2 cup granulated white sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoons lemon zest optional

Instructions

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  1. Wash and slice the strawberries, removing the hulls and green tops.
  2. Add them to a saucepan, and mix the sugar in well.
  3. Stir continually over medium heat, and bring the strawberries to boil.
  4. Once boiling, add the lemon juice and zest (if using).
  5. Boil for about 15 minutes, or until the jam reaches 220F.
  6. Stir often, to make sure the jam doesn’t burn.
  7. Pour into a jar and allow to cool.
  8. Cover and refrigerate.
  9. Use within about 2 weeks (if it lasts that long).

Nutrition Information

Calories 55kcal (3%) Carbohydrates 14g (5%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 1mg (0%) Potassium 29mg (1%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 13g (26%) Vitamin A 5IU (0%) Vitamin C 11.6mg (13%) Calcium 3mg (0%) Iron 0.1mg (1%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 24Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 55

% Daily Value*

Calories 55kcal 3%
Carbohydrates 14g 5%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 1mg 0%
Potassium 29mg 1%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 13g 26%
Vitamin A 5IU 0%
Vitamin C 11.6mg 13%
Calcium 3mg 0%
Iron 0.1mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.