Description
Canning Strawberry Jam is a homemade way to preserve the bright, fresh flavors of ripe strawberries. With just a few simple ingredients — strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, and pectin — this jam captures the taste of summer in every jar.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh ripe strawberries, hulled and crushed
- 7 cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 package (1.75 oz) powdered pectin
Instructions
- Prepare Your Equipment: Sterilize jars, lids, and bands by boiling for 10 minutes. Keep hot until ready to use.
- Prepare the Strawberries: Rinse, hull, and crush strawberries to make 4 cups of fruit.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large pot, combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Stir well.
- Cook the Jam: Bring to a full rolling boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently.
- Add Pectin: Quickly stir in the powdered pectin until fully dissolved.
- Boil Again: Bring to a rolling boil for 1 full minute, stirring constantly, then remove from heat.
- Remove Foam: Skim any foam off the surface for a clearer jam.
- Fill the Jars: Ladle hot jam into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace.
- Remove Air Bubbles: Tap jars gently or use a tool to release bubbles.
- Wipe Jar Rims: Clean rims with a damp cloth to ensure a good seal.
- Apply Lids and Bands: Secure lids and bands until finger-tight.
- Process in Boiling Water Bath: Process jars in boiling water for 10 minutes (half-pint) or 15 minutes (pint). Adjust for altitude if needed.
- Cool and Check Seals: Remove jars, cool for 12–24 hours, and ensure lids are sealed.
- Store Properly: Label and store sealed jars in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year.
Notes
For best flavor, use freshly picked ripe strawberries. Always check seals before storage. If a jar doesn’t seal properly, refrigerate and use within a few weeks.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Preserves
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg