10-Minute Strawberry Jam
Fresh strawberry jam that's cooked down in minutes, not hours. Tart lemon brightens the sweet fruit—serve warm over toast, yogurt, or ice cream.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 8
- Calories
- 138
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Ingredients
- 1 lb strawberry, hulled and halved
- ¾ cup sugar
- ½ whole lemon, juiced
Instructions
- 1
Add strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice to a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium-high heat.
- 2
Stir occasionally as the mixture heats, then bring to a rolling boil.
- 3
Boil for 5–7 minutes, stirring and breaking up the berries with the back of a spoon, until thick and glossy.
- 4
Test by dropping a small spoonful on a cold plate—it should wrinkle slightly when pushed.
- 5
Remove from heat and let cool in the pan for 2 minutes, then transfer to a jar or bowl.
Tools you’ll need
- heavy-bottomed saucepan (2–3 quart)
- wooden spoon
- small plate (for gel test)
- jar or bowl (for serving)
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