Sweet Berry Jam
A quick and easy small batch Sweet Berry Jam made with frozen berries, fresh lemon, and simple ingredients. Perfectly thick, glossy, and bursting with sweet tart flavor. This is ideal for toast, yogurt, desserts, and so much more.
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Servings: 1.75 cups
Ingredients
- 16 oz frozen mixed berries mix of blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, and/or blackberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Add frozen berries to a medium saucepan, or pot, over medium-low heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until thawed and releasing juices (about 5–7 minutes).
- Stir in the sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a steady simmer. Cook for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
- Use the back of a spoon, or spatula, to break down the berries to your desired texture.
- Continue cooking until the jam coats the back of a spoon.
- Remove from heat and let cool completely (it will thicken further as it cools).
- Transfer to a jar, finish cooling completely, and refrigerate.
Notes
- Jam thickens more as it cools, avoid overcooking
- For a smoother texture, mash the berries more
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks