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Blackberry Jam Recipe

Delicious Blackberry Jam Recipe: No Pectin, Low Sugar Options

A beginner-friendly blackberry jam recipe that requires no pectin and allows for low sugar options.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 12 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Jam
  • 6 cups Mashed Blackberries Fresh, wild, or frozen
  • 4 cups Granulated Sugar Adjust for sweetness preference
  • 1 cup Lemon Juice Optional for tang
Optional Sweeteners
  • ⅔ cups Honey or Maple Syrup Use about ⅔ the amount of sugar specified

Equipment

  • Jam Pot
  • potato masher
  • sterilized jars
  • Water Bath Canner

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Canning Setup by washing and sterilizing 5-6 half-pint jars.
  2. Crush Berries until you have about 6 cups of a smooth mixture.
  3. Combine Ingredients in a large pot with mashed blackberries, chosen sugar type, and optional lemon juice.
  4. Bring to Boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently.
  5. Cook to Gel Stage for 20-30 minutes, stirring often until thickened.
  6. Ladle into Jars leaving ¼ inch of headspace, wipe rims, and apply lids.
  7. Process in Water Bath Canner for 10 minutes.
  8. Cool and Store jars, checking seals after 12-24 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 13gSugar: 12gVitamin C: 15mg

Notes

Store sealed jars in a cool, dark place for up to 18 months. Opened jars should be refrigerated and consumed within 2-3 weeks.

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