Description
Rich and flavorful, this homemade strawberry jam is perfect for taking advantage of strawberry season. It’s perfect with a slice of toast and a cup of tea. Totally pectin-free, and naturally gluten-free and vegan too!
Ingredients
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- 2 pounds fresh strawberries
- 1 1/4 cups sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
- Cut Strawberries: Wash the strawberries thoroughly and dry them with a clean towel. Remove the stems and leaves and cut the strawberries into small pieces. Place them into a large saucepan or pot.
- Combine Strawberries, Sugar and Lemon Juice: Add the sugar and lemon juice to the saucepan with the strawberries. Stir gently to mix everything together.
- Simmer and Stir: Set the saucepan on low heat and allow the mixture to come to a gentle simmer. Stir occasionally for the first 5 minutes to help the sugar dissolve completely into the fruit.
- Cook Until Thick: Once the sugar has dissolved, cover the saucepan and let the strawberries cook on low heat for about 45 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking, and keep an eye on the consistency of the jam. The jam will thicken as it cooks, so be patient and wait for it to reach a thick jam-like consistency.
- Store in Jars: Once the homemade strawberry jam is ready, you can either transfer it into sterilized glass jars for storing or allow it to cool before serving it with pancakes, toast, or other dishes.
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Notes
Consistency: If you prefer a thicker jam, continue cooking for a few more minutes, stirring occasionally, until it reaches your desired thickness.
Using Other Berries: If you prefer, you can also use other types of berries such as blueberries, blackberries, or raspberries.
Sterilized Jars: Make sure to use sterilized jars to prevent the jam from turning bad.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 60 mins
- Category: Jams
- Method: Stovetop
