3 Ingredient Strawberry Jam

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This 3 ingredient strawberry jam is an easy recipe to make that takes you back to those days as a child spreading peanut butter and jam onto a sandwich. I believe it is one of the first ingredients we used as a child.

Strawberry jam is a sweet condiment made with few ingredients that are cooked down into a jelly and has many uses.

Strawberry jam can be used in a variety of ways other than in a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. You can use it as a topping for scones, biscuits or croissants, a filling for donuts, on cakes, on toast and cookies! You can also spread it on muffins or pancakes and use it as a topping for ice cream or oatmeal. It is a recipe I always have sitting in my fridge and ready to go because of its many uses!

This 3 ingredient strawberry jam is very easy to make and it uses frozen strawberries. I like recipes using frozen strawberries because they are cheaper and they store for a longer time.

This recipe is also pectin free! It thickens as it cooks down, which takes a bit of extra time in comparison to adding pectin instead.

It makes a small batch, just one 250 ml jar so its perfect for storing in the fridge and you’ll be able to use it before it goes bad.

What ingredients are in this 3 ingredient strawberry jam?

• Frozen strawberries, sliced– I use sliced as it cooks down faster and it is easier to measure in the measuring cup
• Honey- A healthier alternative to refined sugar and adds a delicious flavor to the jam
• Lemon Juice, bottled or freshly squeezed- Helps the jam to set properly and also acts as a preservative

How do you make 3 ingredient strawberry Jam?

1. Add the honey, lemon juice and strawberries to a small pot on medium heat. Stir occasionally and let the berries cook down until they are soft enough to mash.
2. Mash the strawberries in the pot once soft and continue to cook until it thickens. It takes about 25 minutes to cook down, make sure to stir occasionally.
3. Reduce heat when needed. Once its thickened and most of the liquid is dissolved, remove the pot from the heat.
4. Add to a mason jar and allow to cool slightly before placing it in the fridge to set.
5. Store in the fridge for up to 10 days.

Will strawberry jam set without pectin?

Yes, strawberry jam will set without pectin, it just requires longer cooking time to evaporate water.

Why do you put lemon juice in strawberry jam?

The lemon juice is added to enhance the flavor and to help the jam set properly by activating the natural pectin in the strawberries. It also acts as a preservative. Strawberries are lower in pectin therefore its important to add the lemon juice to it so it sets properly.

Why is my strawberry jam runny?

It is important to cook it long enough so the access liquids evaporate. Cooking the jam without pectin requires longer cooking time.

Can I make strawberry jam with frozen strawberries?

Yes, you can make it with frozen strawberries. It is super convenient as you can use them whenever you want, even when out of season. You also don’t have to thaw them. You just add them right to the pot along with the honey and lemon juice.

Strawberry Jam Storage

Store your strawberry jam in the fridge for up to 10 days. You can also freeze it for up to 6 months. Make sure to check for signs of spoilage like mold and an off smell. Use a clean knife or spoon each time you use it to avoid contamination.

Watch how to make this 3 ingredient strawberry Jam!

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