Berry Canning Recipes

Berries are some of the easiest and most rewarding fruits to preserve. Whether you’re canning strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, or foraged wild berries, these high-acid fruits are perfect for water bath canning. From classic jams and jellies to pie fillings, syrups, and preserves, this collection of berry canning recipes helps you make the most of the summer harvest—no matter which berries you have on hand.

Many of the most popular canning recipes start with berries, and for good reason: they’re naturally flavorful, full of color, and packed with pectin. If you’re new to canning, start with a simple Mixed Berry Jam or a single-fruit favorite like Blackberry Jam or Blueberry Jam. For a different texture and appearance, Strawberry Jelly and Black Raspberry Jelly are made from strained juice and produce a smooth spread.

You’ll also find recipes for berry pie fillings made with Clear Jel, perfect for quick desserts, along with small-batch and low-sugar variations for a lighter option. Whether you’re working with cultivated berries from the garden or wild foraged finds like elderberries or wineberries, these recipes provide tested, safe methods for long-term storage.

Each recipe includes step-by-step instructions, elevation-adjusted canning times, and tips for getting the best set, texture, and flavor. Scroll down for the full archive of berry canning recipes, and don’t forget to bookmark this page—you’ll want to return to it every summer when berries are in season and your canning jars are ready.