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Blackberry Jam Recipe

Homemade Blackberry Jam Recipe for Sweet Summer Memories

This Blackberry Jam Recipe offers a delightful taste of summer with fresh blackberries, sugar, and lemon juice, perfect for spreading on toast or gifting.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 12 hours
Total Time 13 hours
Servings: 8 jars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Jam
  • 4 cups blackberries Fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup sugar Granulated
  • 1 cup lemon juice Fresh or bottled
  • 1 packet pectin Liquid or powdered
For Optional Flavor Enhancement
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Optional
  • spices (e.g., Cinnamon or Nutmeg) Optional

Equipment

  • large, heavy-bottomed pot
  • Sterilized Jars
  • Ladle
  • spoon
  • chilled plate

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Wash the blackberries thoroughly, drain them, and place in a pot. Add sugar and lemon juice, stir and let sit for 30 minutes.
  2. Cook the Mixture: Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring frequently for 10-15 minutes until thickened.
  3. Add the Pectin: Stir in the pectin and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until well combined.
  4. Check for Doneness: Drop a spoonful of jam onto a chilled plate to test consistency.
  5. Jar the Jam: Ladle the hot jam into jars leaving headspace, wipe rims, and secure lids.
  6. Cool and Store: Let jars cool for at least 12 hours and store in the fridge or a cool dark place.

Nutrition

Serving: 1jarCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 25gPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 23gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use ripe, fresh blackberries for the best flavor and adjust sugar to preference. Ensure jars are sterilized for proper sealing.

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