Strawberry Freezer Jam

Name: Strawberry Freezer Jam
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 8 half-pints
Ingredients: 6 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved; 5-1/4 cups sugar; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 package (1-3/4 ounces) powdered fruit pectin; 3/4 cup water

Total Time Prep: 20 min. + standing Cook: 10 min.

Yield 8 half-pints

Test Kitchen Approved

Strawberry freezer jam is a delicious homemade jam for all your toast, biscuit and dessert needs. No fussing with a water bath or canning needed!

Ingredients

6 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
5-1/4 cups sugar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 package (1-3/4 ounces) powdered fruit pectin
3/4 cup water

Directions

In a food processor, process strawberries in batches until finely chopped. Transfer to a large bowl. Stir in sugar and lemon juice. Let stand for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
In a small saucepan, combine fruit pectin and water. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute. Add to fruit mixture; stir constantly until sugar is dissolved, 4-5 minutes.
Pour into jars or freezer containers, leaving 1/2-in. headspace. Cover and let stand overnight or until set, but not longer than 24 hours. Refrigerate for up to 3 weeks or freeze for up to 12 months.

Nutrition Facts

2 tablespoons: 68 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 0 sodium, 18g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.

Freezer jams are a perfect compromise for those who love homemade jam but don’t have all the time for the traditional method. Enjoy this strawberry version on toast or integrate it into your favorite dessert. —Margaret Knoebel, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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