Did you know you can make jam at home without pectin or fancy equipment? Today I’m showing you how I make easy Homemade Berry Jam (in 3 tasty flavors!)
Homemade Berry Jam
When I was a youngin, we used to go pick strawberries in the summer then come home and spend hours washing, hulling, and processing all of them into homemade jam.
And now that I’m (a little bit) grown up I’ve started thinking I should go back to my roots and start making some of those classic recipes. But as a lazy millennial, I also like to cut out as many erroneous steps as possible. Which is why today we’re making homemade berry jam with just three ingredients: berries, citrus, and sugar!
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That’s right folks, no need for pectin today. And the real beauty of this homemade berry jam recipe? You can use frozen fruit! Homemade jam year round (meaning you don’t have to wait until July to make 397 batches of jam) (because we’ve all been there, right?).
You’ll essentially just stir everything together and set on the stove to cook down. We’ll also throw in some citrus (oranges or lemon) to brighten up the colors and add a splash of flavor, mash it up a bit to let the juices cook, then remove from the heat when your jam is thick and delicious (about 20 to 30 minutes).
To make Homemade Berry Jam you’ll need:
- 2 cups berries
- ¼ to ½ cup sugar
- 2 Tbsp lemon or orange juice
- 1 Tbsp lemon or orange zest
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This homemade berry jam is bursting with colors and flavor. Try this easy recipe today!
Looking for more homemade options? Check out the recipes below!
- Breakfast Parfaits with Homemade Dark Chocolate Granola
- Homemade Chicken Nuggets
- 5 Minute Homemade Ricotta
- Easy Homemade Fruit Roll-Ups
- Homemade Taco Seasoning
- Cinnamon Honey Butter
Homemade Berry Jam (3 Ways!)
IMPORTANT – There are often Frequently Asked Questions within the blog post that you may find helpful. Simply scroll back up to read them!
Print It Rate ItIngredients
Strawberry Jam
- 2 cups strawberries fresh or frozen
- ¼ cup sugar
- 2 Tbsp orange juice + 1 Tbsp zest
Blueberry Jam
- 2 cups blueberries fresh or frozen
- ¼ cup sugar
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice + 1 Tbsp zest
Cranberry Jam
- 2 cups cranberries fresh or frozen
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 Tbsp orange juice + 1 Tbsp zest
Instructions
- Combine berries, sugar, citrus juice, and zest in a medium saucepan. Set over medium heat and cook, uncovered, until berries begin to soften.
- Using a potato masher or fork, mash the berries a bit, then increase heat to medium/high and let simmer (10 minutes for cranberries, 20-30 minutes for strawberries and blueberries).
- Remove from heat and allow to cool (mixture will thicken as it cools).
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This post was originally published on this blog on Jan 5, 2018.
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Giovannia says
Can u freeze this?
Amanda Formaro says
Yes you can freeze this for up to six months :)
Nancy says
Regarding jam without pectin or fancy equipment recipe. Is this recipe for using right away or could you make it and store it? How long will this jam last? Does it need wax on top? I am looking to make it as Christmas gifts for friends and family.
Sarah Bond says
Hi Nancy! You should be able to store it longterm if you undergo the usual canning procedures (i.e. boil the cans/lids etc). Otherwise you can store it in the fridge for about 2 weeks. :)
Aisha says
Hello Amanda
Sounds like a simple and delicious recipe!
How long does this keep for and how should I store this homemade jam?
Thank you
Sarah Bond says
Hi Aisha! The easiest storage is in the fridge in a tightly sealed jar. It should last about 2 weeks.