Strawberry Jam
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4.9
Strawberry Jam
Description
The Strawberry Jam recipe calls for about 2 pounds of strawberries that are halved and combined with granulated sugar and lemon juice. The mixture is brought to a boil and then gently simmered, stirring frequently to prevent sticking. As it cooks for around 45 minutes, the fruit breaks down and the mixture thickens, reaching the desired jam setting temperature. A cold plate test confirms readiness by checking if the jam gels upon cooling.
The resulting jam has a balance of natural strawberry sweetness and citrus brightness from the lemon juice. Making jam with well-ripened but not spoiled berries ensures the best flavor intensity. The jam has a syrupy, spreadable texture that pairs well with fresh bread or scones as a topping.
Regular stirring prevents scorching, and mashing or pulsing the berries beforehand can adjust the jam's texture from chunky to smooth. Jars should be sterilized to keep the jam fresh longer, and adding herbs or zest during cooking can provide unique flavor variations.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs strawberries 900g, halved
- 1¼ cup granulated sugar 250g
- 2 tbsp lemon juice 30mL
Instructions
- Prep the strawberries by washing, hulling, and roughly chopping.
- Add the chopped strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice to a large pot. Place over medium-high heat.
- Stirring frequently, bring the berries to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low to keep the berries at a simmer. (If it boils too hard it can overflow the pot, so reduce the heat more, if needed.)
- Let the jam simmer for about 45 minutes, frequently stirring, until the jam is thick and syrupy and reaches 220F on a candy thermometer.
- Check to see if it's ready by adding a small drop to the frozen plate. Return it to the freezer. After a few minutes, check the consistency. Remove the jam from the heat if it's thickened to your liking or continue simmering until desired consistency.
- When it’s done, pour the jam into a mason jar and chill overnight.
- Serve on french bread or scones.
Notes
- Choose ripe, fragrant strawberries without mold; overripe berries work well for concentrated flavor.
- Stir jam frequently to prevent burning and manage heat to avoid boil-overs.
- Use a potato masher or pulse berries in a food processor for desired consistency.
- Sterilize jars and lids before filling to extend shelf life and reduce bacteria.
- Add lemon zest or fresh herbs near the end of cooking for additional flavor dimensions.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 37 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1tbsp | |
| Calories | 37kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 9.5g | 3% |
| Potassium | 14mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 1% |
| Sugar | 9.3g | 19% |
| Vitamin C | 6.6mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.9
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