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Easy Small Batch Strawberry Freezer Jam Recipe Ready in 20 Minutes

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A quick and simple no-cook strawberry freezer jam recipe perfect for small batches, made with fresh strawberries, sugar, and liquid pectin. Ready in just 20 minutes and ideal for last-minute fruit rescue or spontaneous breakfasts.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoons liquid fruit pectin
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Wash, hull, and finely chop about 2 cups (300g) of fresh strawberries. Place them in a medium bowl. Using a potato masher or fork, gently mash the berries until you have a chunky puree with some small fruit pieces remaining (about 2-3 minutes).
  2. Stir in 1 cup (200g) of granulated sugar with the mashed strawberries. Mix well until the sugar is evenly distributed. Let this sit for 10 minutes to allow the sugar to draw out the juices and sweeten the fruit.
  3. While the fruit rests, combine 3 tablespoons (45ml) of liquid fruit pectin with 1/4 cup (60ml) of water in a small saucepan. Warm over medium heat, stirring constantly until the pectin dissolves completely (about 1-2 minutes). Do not boil.
  4. Pour the dissolved pectin into the strawberry mixture. Add 1 tablespoon (15ml) of freshly squeezed lemon juice. Stir everything together thoroughly but gently, making sure the pectin is evenly mixed. The jam will start to thicken almost immediately.
  5. Spoon the jam into clean, freezer-safe jars or containers, leaving about 1/2 inch (1.25 cm) headspace at the top for expansion. Wipe the rims clean and seal tightly.
  6. Let the jam sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes to set. After that, move it to the freezer. The jam will be ready to enjoy after 24 hours of chilling but can be kept in the freezer for up to 6 months.

Notes

If the jam seems too runny after setting, stir and let it sit an additional 10 minutes at room temperature. Use liquid fruit pectin labeled for freezer jam for best results. Let strawberries sit with sugar before adding pectin to develop juices and sweetness. Store jam in freezer up to 6 months; after thawing, refrigerate and use within 3 weeks.

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