Freezer Strawberry Jam

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 4

Easy-to-make Freezer Strawberry Jam to Savor the Summer Flavors

by The Chefin Jam

Prep

20 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 quart fully ripe strawberry
	4 cups sugar
	3/4 cup water
	1 box fruit pectin ( like Sure Jell )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

5 cups

Calories

Sugar

14g

Fat

Summer is incomplete without the sweet and juicy taste of fresh strawberries. This easy-to-make freezer strawberry jam recipe allows you to relish the summer flavors all year round. With just a few ingredients and simple instructions, you can make your own strawberry jam at home. Once frozen, this jam can be used as a spread on toast, sandwiches, or paired with yogurt or ice cream. It is a great way to add a dash of sweetness to your breakfast or snacks. Moreover, the health benefits of strawberries make it an ideal way to top up your nutrient intake.

Instructions

1.	Wash and hull the strawberries.
2.	Crush the strawberries using a potato masher or a food processor.
3.	In a saucepan, mix the crushed strawberries, sugar, and water.
4.	Stirring constantly, heat the mixture over medium heat until the sugar dissolves completely.
5.	Add fruit pectin and boil the mixture for 1 minute while stirring continuously.
6.	Remove from the heat and skim off any foam.
7.	Ladle the hot jam into clean jars or freezer containers and cool it to room temperature.
8.	Freeze the jam for up to a year, or refrigerate for up to 3 weeks.

PROS

Freezer strawberry jam is an excellent way to preserve the taste and nutritional value of fresh strawberries all year round.

It is easy to make and requires only a few ingredients.

CONS

This jam recipe calls for a significant amount of sugar which can add up the calories.

Once opened, the strawberry jam must be kept refrigerated and consumed within 3 weeks.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Strawberries are extremely rich in vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants.
They have been shown to boost heart health, lower blood sugar levels, and promote healthy skin and hair.
Freezing the strawberries has been found to preserve these nutrients.