Description
Easy Blueberry Jam is a delightful homemade spread bursting with the sweet and tangy flavors of ripe blueberries. Perfect for slathering on warm toast or drizzling over pancakes, this jam brings a touch of summer to your breakfast table year-round. With just a few simple ingredients and easy steps, you can craft this vibrant jam that?s sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh blueberries
- 1 ? cups granulated sugar
- ? cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 package (1.75 oz) low-sugar pectin
Instructions
- Wash the blueberries under cold water, remove stems, and pat dry.
- In a large pot, combine blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Let sit for 10 minutes to release juices.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat until boiling while stirring frequently.
- Gradually add pectin and boil for an additional 1-2 minutes until thickened.
- Test consistency by placing a spoonful on a plate; if it holds shape after cooling slightly, it?s ready.
- Pour hot jam into sterilized jars and seal tightly. Allow to cool completely before refrigerating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
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: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg