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Irresistible Easy Homemade Strawberry Jam for Sweet Memories

A delightful and simple recipe for Irresistible Easy Homemade Strawberry Jam that captures the sweetness of summer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 8 jars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Jam
  • 4 cups Fresh Strawberries Rinsed and sliced
  • 4 cups Sugar Granulated
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 pack Pectin Powdered or liquid
Optional Variations
  • 1 pinch Cinnamon Optional for flavor
  • 1 cup Mixed Berries Optional blend of blueberries or raspberries
  • 1 cup Honey or Agave Optional sweetener substitute

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • Sterilized jars

Method
 

Steps to Make Jam
  1. Prepare Your Strawberries: Rinse, remove stems, and quarter the strawberries.
  2. Mix Sugar and Lemon Juice: Combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice; let sit for 10-15 minutes.
  3. Cook the Mixture: Heat the strawberry mixture in a large pot over medium heat until simmering.
  4. Add Pectin: Stir in pectin and bring to a rolling boil.
  5. Check Consistency: Test the jam with a spoonful on a cold plate.
  6. Jar It Up: Pour the jam into sterilized jars and seal tightly.

Notes

Use ripe strawberries for the best flavor; experiment with different fruits and spices to customize your jam.