Strawberry Freezer Jam
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4.7
Strawberry Freezer Jam
Description
Strawberry Freezer Jam uses fresh or frozen strawberries pulsed to your preferred texture, mixed with a sugar-free sweetener and a low or no sugar pectin dissolved in boiling water. After combining the warm pectin mixture and vanilla into the berries, the jam is poured into jars to cool and set at room temperature before refrigeration or freezing. The recipe yields a naturally sweet, fruit-forward jam without long cooking times, preserving the bright strawberry flavor and texture.
The flavor is lightly sweetened and slightly tangy with the natural taste of strawberries enhanced by the hint of vanilla. The texture can be adjusted during blending, from chunky to smooth, and the pectin helps set the jam so it spreads easily but holds its shape.
This freezer jam is ideal for spreading on bread, crackers, or using as a topping for yogurt or desserts. It stores in the refrigerator for about two weeks and freezes for up to a year, making it a practical option for preserving berries when they are in season or when a sugar-free alternative is desired.
To ensure proper set, use the exact amount of pectin specified and adjust sweetness to taste. Allow jars to cool uncovered at room temperature to finish thickening before storing cold.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds strawberries fresh or raspberries
- 1/2 - 3/4 cup alternative sweetener sugar-free
- 3 tablespoons pectin low or no sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
Instructions
- Rinse off and slice strawberries. Place in a blender or food processor and pulse to the desired consistency.
- Put in a large bowl and add the sweetener. If you desire a sweeter jam add in more sweetener and less if you do not . Adjust to your taste.
- In a small saucepan add water and gently add in the low sugar pectin. Stir until completely dissolved, bring to a full boil while continuing to stir.
- Bring to a rolling, hard boil and cook for 1 minute. Pour into prepared strawberry mixture and stir until well incorporated (2-3 minutes) Then add in the vanilla.
- Pour into prepared 8 ounce jars leaving some space at the top so the jam can expand during freezing .
- Cover with lids and keep at room temperature until cool. Store in a refrigerator or freezer.
Notes
- This freezer jam keeps fresh in the refrigerator for about two weeks.
- For longer storage, freeze jars and use within one year for best quality.
- Adjust the sweetener amount based on desired sweetness, but do not reduce pectin for best set.
- Leave space at the jar tops to allow for expansion during freezing.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 72Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 14 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1Tablespoon | |
| Calories | 14kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.7
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