Vegan Blueberry Jam Without Pectin
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Vegan Blueberry Jam Without Pectin
Description
Get the Recipe: Vegan Blueberry Jam Without Pectin features simple ingredients including blueberries, coconut sugar, and tapioca flour as a natural thickener. The jam is prepared by cooking the mixture slowly on medium-low heat until the blueberries burst and the jam achieves a spreadable consistency. The addition of lemon juice balances the sweetness and helps preserve the color and flavor of the berries.
The cooking method uses gentle stirring during a light boil for about 20 minutes, preventing burning and ensuring even thickening. The optional maple syrup enhances sweetness and texture but is not required.
This jam works well as a vegan-friendly option for spreading on breads or serving with desserts. Keeping the jars sealed and refrigerated extends freshness up to two weeks.
For best results, follow the instructions to cool slightly before jarring and always stir before use as settling may occur. This jam offers a straightforward, additive-free way to enjoy blueberry preserves without commercial pectin.
Ingredients
- 2 cup blueberries
- 1/4 cup coconut sugar
- 1 tbsp tapioca flour or arrowroot starch
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup optional, see note
Instructions
- First, add all ingredients to a skillet over medium low heat. Gently stir together.
- Bring mixture to a very light boil. Continue stirring to prevent burning.
- Lightly boil for 20 minutes, or until jam has thickened and blueberries have burst.
- Then, remove from heat. Once slightly cooled, add jam to jars. Once completely cooled, seal jars and refrigerate.
Notes
- Include maple syrup if you want a thicker and sweeter jam.
- Fully sealed jars can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
- Unsealed jars should be refrigerated and used within three days, stirring before each use.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 54 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 54kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 11mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 41mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 20IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 8mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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