Description
A quick and easy homemade strawberry jam recipe that uses fresh strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice, cooked on the stovetop for a deliciously sweet and tangy spread perfect for toast, desserts, or snacks.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, mix together the chopped strawberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice to prepare the base of your jam.
- Cook the Mixture: Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook the mixture, stirring frequently, for 10 to 15 minutes. During this time, the strawberries will break down and the mixture will start to thicken into a jam consistency.
- Check Consistency and Cool: Once the jam has thickened to your desired consistency, remove it from heat and let it cool to room temperature to allow further thickening.
- Store the Jam: Transfer the cooled jam into a clean jar and refrigerate. The jam will continue to thicken as it cools, ready to be enjoyed.
Notes
- Use ripe, fresh strawberries for the best natural sweetness and flavor.
- Stir frequently while cooking to prevent the jam from sticking or burning.
- The lemon juice not only adds brightness but also helps preserve the jam.
- Cool the jam completely before refrigerating to ensure proper setting.
- This jam can be stored refrigerated for up to 2 weeks.
