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Homemade Blackberry Jam Recipe

Homemade Blackberry Jam Recipe: Sweet Summer Bliss Awaits

This Homemade Blackberry Jam Recipe captures the essence of ripe blackberries, making a delightful and versatile breakfast spread.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 jars
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Jam
  • 4 cups Blackberries Fresh or frozen
  • 3 cups Granulated Sugar Adjust when using low-sugar pectin
  • 1 cup Lemon Juice Fresh provides necessary acidity
Optional Ingredient
  • 1 packet Pectin Use powdered at the beginning or liquid towards the end

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Fine-mesh sieve
  • potato masher
  • jars for storage

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Sterilize jars by placing them in a pot of simmering water for 10 minutes.
  2. Mash blackberries in a pot until they release their juice, about 5 minutes.
  3. If desired, strain mashed berries through a fine-mesh sieve to remove seeds.
  4. Return strained juice or mashed berries to the pot and add sugar and lemon juice.
  5. Boil the mixture, stirring constantly until sugar dissolves, for about 10 minutes.
  6. Test for doneness using a candy thermometer or cold plate test.
  7. Ladle hot jam into prepared jars, leaving ¼ inch headspace, then seal.
  8. Cool jars completely and store in the refrigerator, freezer, or process for canning.

Nutrition

Serving: 1jarCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 50gFiber: 1gSugar: 45gVitamin C: 10mg

Notes

Always ensure jars are properly sterilized to prevent spoilage. Adjust sugar carefully for best gelling results.

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