Description
Experience the nostalgic and comforting taste of homemade Amish Jam. This timeless recipe features slow-simmered strawberries, creating a rich fruit flavor that pairs perfectly with warm biscuits, crusty toast, or creamy yogurt. Designed for busy home cooks, this method is straightforward and satisfying, delivering a sweet treat that feels like a warm hug. Whether for weekend brunch or a simple snack, this easy jam recipe will quickly become your favorite go-to preserve.
Ingredients
4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and mashed
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 cups granulated sugar
1/4 cup pectin
Instructions
Place the hulled strawberries into a large pot and use a potato masher to reach your desired consistency.
Stir in the lemon juice and pectin until fully incorporated.
Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
Stir in the sugar constantly to prevent scorching.
Allow the jam to boil for another 2-3 minutes until glossy and thickened.
Carefully ladle the hot jam into sterilized jars, leaving a half-inch of space at the top.
Seal tightly and let them cool to room temperature before refrigerating.
Notes
Store in the refrigerator for up to three weeks or freeze for longer shelf life, leaving an extra inch of headspace for expansion. Check consistency by placing a small plate in the freezer before cooking; drop a teaspoon of jam on it and see if it wrinkles when pushed with your finger. Sugar can be adjusted by 1/4 cup based on fruit sweetness.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Amish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 55
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 0.1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg