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If you’ve ever been to a farmers' market and seen homemade jams jarred and tied with cute little bows and thought I wish I could do that, I’m here to tell you that you can and should! Homemade jams are one of those goods that will always impress guests without them knowing just how simple they really are. All you need are 3 ingredients to make jam from scratch: berries, sugar, and lemon. For this recipe I am going for a sweet blackberry jam, but this recipe will work with any in-season berry. Once made, you can spread, swirl, and dollop it on all your favorite breakfast, brunch, and snack recipes for a major sweet upgrade.
What People Are Saying:
“Turned out excellent! Soo good. I added some cornstarch while cooking to thicken it. Will make it with blueberries and raspberries next time.” -Rita
We need to macerate the berries to start off the jam, so combine the blackberries, sugar, and lemon juice into a large bowl and mash and mix them together to combine. This will help to create a syrupy blackberry mixture that will give the jam its flavor. Transfer the mixture to a sauce pan.
Then heat the pan over medium heat and allow the mixture to come up to a boil, and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 15 to 20 minutes until the jam has thickened. If any foam has risen to the surface during this process, skim it off and discard it, and then add in the lemon zest and stir to combine. Transfer the jam to a clean glass jar and allow it to cool completely before adding on the lid. Once it has cooled, tightly secure the lid and place it in the refrigerator to continue setting up.
The full list of ingredients and instructions can be found in the recipe below.
Looking for ways to spruce up this simple jam? Try stirring a couple teaspoons of zest from your favorite citrus (I'm talking lemon, lime, grapefruit, etc.) after your jam has cooked for an extra boost of flavor. Remember to zest your fruit before juicing it for an easier time!
This jam is perfectly delicious spread plain (or with goat cheese) on brioche toast, but you can also add it to plenty of breakfast options as a super sweet upgrade. Swirl it into your freshly made oatmeal, spoon on top of your overnight oats, or dollop it on top of your homemade pancakes.
Once made, your jam will last in a (clean!) jar in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks. To keep it as fresh as possible, avoid double dipping, and keep it in the fridge at all times when you’re not using it.
blackberries
granulated sugar
lemon juice
lemon zest (optional)
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