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Easy Homemade Strawberry Jam No Pectin Recipe 5 Simple Steps

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A simple and straightforward recipe for homemade strawberry jam without using pectin, relying on natural ingredients and slow simmering to achieve a perfect spreadable texture.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups (about 600 grams) strawberries, hulled and halved or quartered
  • 2 cups (400 grams) granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons (about 30 ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) water
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or a pinch of cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Rinse 4 cups (600 grams) of strawberries under cold water. Hull them by removing the green tops and cut into halves or quarters based on size. (5 minutes)
  2. Place strawberries, 2 cups (400 grams) granulated sugar, 1/4 cup (60 ml) water, and 2 tablespoons (30 ml) lemon juice in a large heavy-bottomed saucepan. Stir gently to combine. (3 minutes)
  3. Bring mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring frequently to prevent sticking. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally and breaking down strawberries with a spoon or potato masher for desired texture. Simmer for 30-40 minutes.
  4. Test jam consistency by placing a spoonful on a chilled plate; if it wrinkles when pushed with a finger, it is set. If not, continue simmering and test every 5 minutes. (5-10 minutes)
  5. Remove from heat and let cool slightly for 10 minutes. Ladle jam into sterilized glass jars leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Seal tightly and cool to room temperature before refrigerating. Jam will thicken as it cools. (10 minutes)

Notes

Use ripe strawberries for best natural pectin and sweetness. Do not skip lemon juice as it aids natural setting. Stir frequently to prevent burning. Test jam with wrinkle test on a chilled plate. For smoother jam, mash with potato masher or blend briefly at the end. Store in sterilized jars in refrigerator up to 3 weeks or freeze for longer storage.

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