Strawberry Jam

Name: Strawberry Jam
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 19
Ingredients: Strawberries 3.3 cups; Sugar 0.7 cup; Lemon juice 3 ½ tbsp

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Calories per serving

Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Vegetarian
Vegan

Energy Kcal 27
Carbohydrates g 6.4
of which sugars g 6.4
Protein g 0.2
Fats g 0.1
of which saturated fat g 0.01
Fiber g 0.3
Sodium mg 1

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Serving: 19
Cost: Average
Note + 7 h of strawberry maceration and the time for jar sanitization

PRESENTATION

Strawberry jam with that deep red color and a soft, fresh texture always brightens up a family table—really nothing says simple comfort food quite like homemade strawberry jam. Saturday breakfast plates look extra good with a jar of this easy strawberry jam in the lineup, bringing that perfect sweet taste and a little bit of tang families absolutely crave. Because it’s a no pectin strawberry jam, everyone loves knowing each spoonful brings only pure fruit flavor and none of the extra stuff, which is a pretty big deal for parents. It’s honestly DELICIOUS on warm toast and even better spread thick between layers of cake... (kids keep asking for more—works every time). Paired with butter or soft cheese, this jam’s moist and satisfying vibe really stands out. Family brunches, weekend mornings, or even just a snack after school become something everyone talks about, thanks to this all-purpose pantry favorite.

Busy families go back to small batch strawberry jam because it fits just right—manageable size, never wasted, and always delivers that great taste of summer. Fun perk: canning strawberry jam is a cool way to keep the berry season going all year (makes a thoughtful homemade gift too—grandparents love it!). The best strawberry jam recipe keeps things easy, reliable, and fun, especially for home cooks chasing quick wins and good food that really lasts. Sandwiches at lunch, swirls on plain yogurt, or a big dollop over vanilla ice cream—pretty much every meal finds a use for this versatile jam. It’s a nice touch for holiday mornings or special weekend treats, while also simple enough for everyday snacking. What families like most is that every bite is packed with familiar, rich strawberry flavor—no fillers, just straight-up good stuff that helps even regular days feel like special occasions. You’ll always want a jar in the fridge—makes any meal, any time, just a little more special. Enjoy the family tradition with the best homemade strawberry jam around!

How to prepare Strawberry Jam

To prepare the strawberry jam, start with the strawberries: select them very ripe, then gently wash them under running water, without immersing them directly in water. Remove the stems 1 and slightly dry them with a kitchen towel. Squeeze a lemon and collect the juice in a glass 2. Place the strawberries in a large stainless steel pot and add the sugar 3.

Add the lemon juice as well 4 and mix everything well with a spatula 5 until the sugar is completely blended. Cover with a lid 6 and let it macerate for at least 7 hours but not more than 12 hours. Once this time has passed, you can proceed with sanitizing the jars and lids as indicated in the health ministry guidelines provided at the bottom of the recipe.

After the maceration time, put the pot with the strawberries on the heat and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally with a spatula 7. If necessary, skim the mixture 8 so that your jam doesn't look cloudy, and let it boil over moderate heat for 30-40 minutes 9, stirring gently not too often, until it reaches 226°F. Use a kitchen thermometer to measure the exact temperature.

Then proceed to jar your jam, still hot, in the sanitized jars 10, making sure to leave about 1/2 inch of space from the rim of the jar. Screw on the lids well but not too tightly 11 and let cool 12. With the heat of the jam, a vacuum will be created, allowing the product to be preserved for a long time. Once the jars have cooled, check if the vacuum has occurred correctly: you can press the center of the lid, and if you don't hear the classic "click-clack," the vacuum has occurred. Your strawberry jam is ready to be enjoyed!

Storage

Strawberry jam can be stored for about 3 months, provided the vacuum has occurred correctly and the jars are stored in a cool, dry place, away from sources of light and heat. It is advisable to wait at least 2-3 weeks before consuming the jam. Once each jar is opened, store in the refrigerator and consume within 3-4 days at most.

Advice

Strawberries contain very little pectin, a natural substance present in varying amounts in fruits that contributes to the thickness of jams during cooking. Therefore, strawberry jam will be quite liquid without the addition of a thickener: if you prefer it thicker, it is advisable to extend the cooking time. To check the consistency of the jam, you can take a drop with a spoon and let it fall onto a saucer: by tilting the saucer, and seeing how the drop of jam "slides," you will verify the product's consistency.

IMPORTANT

Homemade preparation of preserves and jams can present health risks. In a domestic environment, it is not possible to create the conditions and measures necessary to ensure the safety and suitability of food, which, on the other hand, industrial procedures can ensure to prevent dangerous contamination. It is therefore important to strictly follow food safety guidelines to reduce risks, but it must always be kept in mind that you will never achieve the same food safety that professionally produced preserves and jams offer. For correct preparation of homemade preserves, we refer to the health ministry guidelines.

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