Old Fashioned Strawberry Jam (No Added Pectin)
Old-fashioned strawberry jam is a delightful spring treat that comes together with just a few simple ingredients (no added boxed pectin required).
Servings: 64 Servings, Makes 7 to 8 half pint (8 oz) jars
Ingredients
- 8 cups strawberries mashed
- 6 cups white sugar
- 2 tbsp lemon juice fresh or bottled
Instructions
- Prepare the strawberries by washing, hulling, slicing, and mashing them. Measure out 8 cups of the mashed fruit.
- Combine the strawberries with sugar and lemon juice in a heavy-bottomed pot. Stir well to mix.
- Cook the jam over medium heat, stirring frequently, until it reaches the setting point (about 45 minutes).
- While the jam is cooking, prepare your canning equipment and jars.
- Test for the set by checking the jam on a chilled plate. It should wrinkle when touched and not be runny.
- Once the jam is set, ladle it into the prepared jars, leaving 1/4-inch headspace.
- Wipe the jar rims, secure the lids and bands, and process the jars in a water bath canner for 10 minutes (or 15 minutes if above 6,000 feet in elevation).
- Allow the jars to cool, check the seals, and store in a cool, dark place for up to a year.
Notes
The lemon juice in this recipe is not required for preservation, and you can use either fresh or bottled (or skip it). It helps balance the sugar (for flavor) and adds pectin (to help the jam set). It is optional, but recommended.
Nutrition
Calories: 78kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.003g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 0.4mg | Potassium: 28mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 0.1mg