5 from 39 votes
Traditional Saskatoon Berry Jam
This Traditional Saskatoon Berry Jam highlights the unique flavor and texture of Saskatoon berries combined with lemon for a balanced fruity preserve. The jam features some whole fruit pieces for chewy texture, cooked with sugar and lemon juice to develop a thick, spreadable consistency. Its sweet and tangy character comes from the natural berries and lemon zest. It’s ideal for spreading on toast, muffins, or using as a filling for pastries. The recipe includes a proper canning step to store the jam safely for future use.
Prep Time
25 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
43 mins
Servings:
3
cups
Calories:
891 kcal
Course:
Dessert
Ingredients
- 4 cups Saskatoon berries 1 L
- 3 cups sugar 750 mL
- 1/4 cup water 50 mL
- lemon juice and grated peel of half
Instructions
- Crush the saskatoons in a Dutch oven or a large heavy sauce pan. I like to leave some closer to whole than completely crushed to give the jam a little bit of chewy texture. Heat the berries on a medium heat until the juice starts to seep from them.
- Add in the sugar and the water and bring to a boil making sure to stir constantly. Once you have brought it to a boil, add in the lemon juice and the lemon peel. Bring to a boil again and cook, stirring frequently until thick, about 15 minutes.
- Pour into hot sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch (6 mm) headspace. Wipe jar rims thoroughly. Seal and process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes. Makes about 3 cups (750 mL).
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Nutrition Information
Calories
891kcal
(45%)
Carbohydrates
230g
(77%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Sodium
5mg
(0%)
Potassium
176mg
(4%)
Fiber
5g
(20%)
Sugar
219g
(438%)
Vitamin A
105IU
(2%)
Vitamin C
28.7mg
(32%)
Calcium
16mg
(2%)
Iron
0.8mg
(4%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 3 cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 891
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 891kcal | 45% |
| Carbohydrates | 230g | 77% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Sodium | 5mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 176mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 219g | 438% |
| Vitamin A | 105IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 28.7mg | 32% |
| Calcium | 16mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.