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Small-Batch Homemade Strawberry Jam for Gifting

A spoonful of thick, bright red homemade strawberry jam being spread over a slice of white bread.
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Make bright, ruby-red strawberry preserves with this easy canning recipe perfect for Mother’s Day gifts or enjoying with fresh biscuits.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Combine the quartered strawberries and sugar in a heavy-bottomed saucepan. Stir gently.
  2. Let the mixture sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to allow the sugar to draw out the juices from the fruit.
  3. Place the saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir constantly until the sugar dissolves completely and the mixture begins to boil rapidly.
  4. Add the lemon juice. Continue to boil, stirring often to prevent sticking, until the jam reaches 220 degrees Fahrenheit on a candy thermometer, or until it passes the plate test (a small spoonful dropped onto a chilled plate wrinkles when pushed). This usually takes about 15 to 20 minutes.
  5. Remove the jam from the heat. Skim off any foam that forms on the surface using a spoon.
  6. Ladle the hot jam into sterilized half-pint jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Wipe the rims clean.
  7. Secure the lids and bands. Process the jars in a boiling water bath canner for 10 minutes, adjusting for altitude if necessary.
  8. Carefully remove the jars and let them cool completely on a towel-lined counter. Check the seals after 24 hours. Store sealed jars in a cool, dark place.

Notes

  • For the plate test, chill a small plate in the freezer before starting. Drop a small amount of jam onto the cold plate and return it to the freezer for one minute. If the jam wrinkles when you push it with your finger, it is ready.
  • This small batch recipe is great for making personalized, handmade gifts.
  • If you prefer strawberry preserves over jam, lightly mash some of the berries before cooking.

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