Three-Berry Freezer Jam
TOTAL TIME: Prep: 20 min. + standing Cook: 10 min.
YIELD: 6 half-pints.
Give in to temptation and buy fresh berries in bulk. You’ll be glad you did when you transform those ripe little gems into a sweet spread that can also get you out of a gift-giving jam. —Shannon Becker, Burton, Ohio
Ingredients
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2 cups fresh strawberries
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2 cups fresh raspberries
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2 cups fresh blackberries
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5-1/4 cups sugar
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2 tablespoons lemon juice
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1 package (1-3/4 ounces) powdered fruit pectin
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3/4 cup water
Directions
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1.
In a food processor, process the berries in batches until finely chopped. Transfer to a large bowl. Stir in sugar and lemon juice. Let stand for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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2.
In a small saucepan, combine fruit pectin and water. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute. Add to fruit mixture; stir constantly until sugar is dissolved, 4-5 minutes.
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3.
Pour into jars or freezer containers, leaving 1/2-in. headspace. Cover and let stand overnight or until set, but not longer than 24 hours. Refrigerate for up to 3 weeks or freeze for up to 12 months.
Nutrition Facts
2 tablespoons: 92 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 0 sodium, 24g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 1g fiber), 0 protein.
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