Quick Homemade Strawberry Jam
A delicious and easy strawberry jam that captures the taste of summer, perfect for spreading on toast or pancakes.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced Use peak season strawberries for best flavor.
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
Preparation
- Start off by hulling the strawberries, meaning you’ll remove the green tops. Then, slice them to ready them for cooking.
Cooking
- In a medium saucepan, combine the sliced strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Stir until the sugar is evenly distributed.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Stir frequently to prevent burning.
- Once boiling, lower the heat and let it simmer for about 10–15 minutes, stirring often until the mixture thickens and reaches a jam-like consistency.
- To check if it’s ready, place a spoonful of the jam on a cold plate. Let it sit for a minute, then run your finger through it. If it holds its shape, it’s ready to cool!
Cooling & Storing
- Pour your jam into clean jars, let them cool at room temperature, and then refrigerate.
- Enjoy your fresh strawberry jam!
Notes
Store your Quick Homemade Strawberry Jam in clean, sealed jars in the refrigerator for 2-3 weeks. For long-term storage, freeze in freezer-safe containers.