Homemade Strawberry Jam Recipe (No Pectin)
Indulge in the delightful taste of homemade strawberry jam with our easy recipe that requires just three ingredients! This Homemade Strawberry Jam Recipe (No Pectin) captures the essence of ripe strawberries, creating a thick and luscious spread perfect for breakfast or dessert. Whether you’re spreading it on warm toast, drizzling it over pancakes, or layering it in yogurt, this versatile jam is sure to enhance any dish. Plus, without the need for pectin, it’s a simple process that anyone can master. Ideal for gifting or enjoying at home, this jam is a celebration of summer flavors in every jar.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings (1 cup total) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Preserving
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Fresh Strawberries, washed and stems removed
- 1¼ cups Granulated Sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons Fresh-Squeezed Lemon Juice
Instructions
- Sterilize mason jars by boiling them in water; set aside.
- Remove tops from strawberries and dice them to your preferred texture.
- In a large pot, combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice; stir gently.
- Let the mixture rest for 10-15 minutes until juices are released.
- Heat on medium-low until sugar dissolves completely.
- Simmer for 10-15 minutes while mashing the strawberries to release more juice.
- Bring to a full boil and cook until it reaches 220°F.
- Remove from heat and skim off any foam if desired.
- Pour into prepared jars and cool to room temperature before refrigerating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (20g)
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg