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Easy No-Cook Strawberry Freezer Jam

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Capture the taste of summer with this simple, no-cook strawberry freezer jam recipe. It is quick to make, beginner-friendly, and requires no canning process.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh strawberries, crushed
  • 7 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 package (1.75 oz) powdered fruit pectin (like Sure-Jell)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Thoroughly wash and hull the strawberries. Crush the strawberries using a potato masher or immersion blender until you reach your desired consistency.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the crushed strawberries and lemon juice. Let this mixture sit for 5 minutes.
  3. In a separate small bowl, mix the powdered fruit pectin thoroughly with 1 cup of the granulated sugar.
  4. Add the sugar-pectin mixture to the strawberry mixture. Stir well for about 2 minutes until the pectin is completely dissolved.
  5. Gradually add the remaining 6 cups of sugar, stirring until it dissolves. The mixture will look thin.
  6. Let the jam mixture stand, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes. This allows the pectin to activate and the sugar to dissolve fully.
  7. Ladle the jam mixture into clean, freezer-safe jars or containers, leaving about 1/2 inch of headspace.
  8. Wipe the rims clean, cover the jars tightly, and let them sit on the counter for 30 minutes to begin setting.
  9. Place the jars in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 hours, or until the jam has set.
  10. Transfer the set jam to the freezer for long-term storage. It keeps well for up to one year.

Notes

  • For a low sugar jam, you can substitute half the sugar with a sugar substitute recommended for freezer jam recipes.
  • If you prefer a smoother texture, process the crushed strawberries in a food processor until smooth.
  • This recipe makes a small batch, perfect for quick preserving.

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