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5-Minute Blackberry Jam

Microwave blackberries with sugar and lemon juice until thick and jammy in under 5 minutes—no canning required. Spread warm on toast, swirl into yogurt, or jar it for the week ahead.

Total time
5 min
Servings
4
Calories
95
5-Minute Blackberry Jam
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Ingredients

  • 16 oz blackberries, fresh or frozen
  • ½ cup sugar
  • ½ lemon lemon, juiced

Instructions

  1. 1

    Combine blackberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a microwave-safe bowl.

  2. 2

    Microwave on high for 3 minutes, stirring once halfway through.

  3. 3

    Stir vigorously for 1 minute—it will thicken as it cools and cools further when chilled.

  4. 4

    Cool for 2 minutes, then transfer to a jar or bowl.

Tools you’ll need

  • microwave-safe bowl
  • spoon
  • glass jar

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