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Blackberry Jam

Deliciously Easy Blackberry Jam for a Taste of Summer

This less-sweet blackberry jam captures the vibrant essence of summer, perfect for spreading on bread or desserts.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 10 jars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Jam
  • 4 cups Blackberries Use fresh, ripe blackberries for best taste.
  • 1 cup Crystal Sugar Adjust for a less-sweet jam.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Opt for fresh lemon juice for optimal flavor.
For Jars
  • 10 Sterilized Glass Jars Ensure jars are properly sterilized.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • Slotted spoon
  • Fine sieve or cheesecloth
  • Sterilized glass jars

Method
 

Step-by-step Instructions
  1. Rinse fresh blackberries in a colander under cold running water and remove any stems or leaves.
  2. Transfer blackberries to a large pot, sprinkle with sugar, stir, cover, and let sit for 2 hours or overnight.
  3. Place the pot over medium heat and stir regularly, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer for about 30 minutes.
  4. Skim off the foam that forms on the surface using a slotted spoon.
  5. Sterilize the jars by boiling them in water for about 10 minutes.
  6. Once thickened, strain the mixture through a fine sieve and return to pot, cooking for an additional 10 minutes.
  7. Ladle hot blackberry jam into sterilized jars, leaving a 1 cm gap at the top.
  8. Wipe rims, seal tightly, invert jars for a vacuum seal, and allow to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 13gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 30mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store sealed jars in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year. Refrigerate after opening for up to 3 weeks. Freeze for longer storage.

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