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14th June 2016

Quick and Easy Strawberry Jam – No Pectin!

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Quick & Easy Strawberry Jam

Made with only 3 ingredients – Strawberries, Sugar and Lemon Juice, this easy Strawberry Jam is ready within minutes.  {No special equipment needed , No Fruit pectin & No Cornstarch }

This jam is perfect for a quick breakfast  – on toast, scones & bagels, on top of cakes, as a spread and in everything and anything that you love.

Learn how to make our homemade jam instantly with our step by step guide!

Homemade Strawberry Jam recipe image

HOMEMADE STRAWBERRY JAM RECIPE

Making your very own strawberry jam is exciting. It is really so simple that you don’t require any special training or practice.  You do not require any special gadget either too – this can be made in Large Saucepan.

When Strawberries are in season, we like to buy them in plenty. At the same time, they can also be frozen  for off-season use. Spread unwashed hulled strawberries on a tray and freeze them until solid. Simply transfer them to freezer safe bags and freeze them as long as you like.  You have got handy frozen strawberries all year around.

Frozen Strawberries are great in your smoothies, lassi’s and even in this Strawberry Jam too!  Got an Instant Pot Pressure Cooker – You can make your strawberry jam in to too!!  My readers really love this INSTANT POT STRAWBERRY JAM.

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WHY SHOULD YOU TRY IT?

✔ As I always say – Nothing can beat a Homemade Preserve

✔ Just 3 Ingredients are all that’s needed 

✔ No preservatives at all

✔ Make small batches and enjoy your jam preserve

✔ Double or even Triple this recipe for gift hampers on occasions

INGREDIENTS YOU’LL NEED FOR STRAWBERRY JAM RECIPE

For our 3 Ingredients Strawberry Jam Recipe without pectin, you will need the  following ingredients

STRAWBERRIES – Fresh and Frozen Strawberries  – both work well for this jam recipe.  I have used fresh strawberries for this recipe.  Wash and Hull the Strawberries.

LEMON JUICE – Juice of a medium sized lemon or approximately 2 tablespoons of Lemon Juice. Adding the juice reduced the pH of the jam mixture and aids in SETTING the jam.

SUGAR – I have used Granulated Sugar in my Jam, but you can also use Jam Sugar.

strawberry jam recipe image

 

HOW TO MAKE QUICK & EASY STRAWBERRY JAM IN A SAUCE PAN ?

PREPARE THE STRAWBERRIES 

Depending on whether you have bought organic strawberries or non organic strawberries, Preparation will vary! I had learnt this a few years ago, when I went strawberry picking.

For Organic bought Strawberries – Just Wipe with a damp kitchen towel.  However Non Organic Strawberries must be rinsed and wiped well. Gently Pat dry and hull the fruit.

To hull the strawberries, use a knife to cut the caps and the white hull. Alternatively, you can use a OXO Strawberry huller – they are fabulous.

Gently crush the strawberries with a potato masher or use a food processor to process them until coarsely chopped. Either ways they work well.

MACERATE STRAWBERRIES  { Optional Step }

Add the crushed strawberries and sugar to the saucepan. Stir to combine. Cover the pan with a lid and  let them sit at room temperature for at least 30 – 40 minutes, until the strawberries are juicy.  With this step, sugar will help in drawing the juices out of the strawberries.

However if you are in a hurry, you can skip this step and proceed towards cooking. Cooking time needed will be slightly longer in that case.

COOK THE JAM

Add the lemon juice to the strawberries mixture .Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally with a wooden ladle, 5 minutes.

Increase the heat and bring the jam to a rolling boil, until jam is thickened and bubbles completely cover surface, 8- 10 minutes.

How to Test setting point of the jam?

The easiest way to test the jam is using sugar thermometer – bring the jam to 105C.

Alternatively – Place 2 small plates in the freezer before you start cooking your jam about 15 minutes. To test your jam, place a drop of the jam on the chilled plate and keep it in the fridge for 30 seconds.  After 30 seconds, run your finger through the drop to see if it forms a crinkle and tacky. Then it’s ready!

If you don’t see a crinkle, allow the jam to boil for another 1 -2 minutes and retest.

Remove from heat and Skim any pink scum off the top with a spoon.  You can add a knob of butter to disperse any remaining scum. { This is optional }

STORE THE HOMEMADE STRAWBERRY JAM

Since I make small portion jams, I like to transfer the jam into a sterilised jar  and Allow them to cool to room temperature. Seal the Jar and Store them in the refrigerator up to 2 weeks.

For Canning  – Ladle the hot jam into the jar, leaving 1/4 head space from the top. Wipe rim. Centre lid on jar. Apply band until fit is fingertip tight. Repeat the process for any remaining jars.
Process the filled jars into boiling water for 15 minutes. The lid should not flex up at any point after processing the jar.

If you would like to know more ways to use your preserve jars – Make Tomato Salsa for Canning. This Salsa tastes so  fresh for a couple of months!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS?

Can I use Sugar alternative for this jam?

Yes, you can make it with Monk Fruit Sweeteners. They are are made with fruit extract. Although I have not made it, some of my readers have tried it and told me it works.

HOW TO SPEED UP COOKING TIME FOR MAKING JAM ? 

Add Cornstarch slurry or 1 Tbsp Chia Seeds to  thicken the jam quickly and this will in turn reduce the cooking time.

COOKING WITH FROZEN STRAWBERRIES 

To make jam with frozen strawberries, allow the strawberries to thaw completely and then add them to the pot with sugar and lemon juice. Alternatively use your instant pot pressure cooker to make your jam. Detailed recipe with instructions can be found – INSTANT POT STRAWBERRY JAM WITH FROZEN STRAWBERRIES

For STRAWBERRY JAM VARIATIONS

Add Chia Seeds

Add vanilla bean

Homemade Strawberry Jam

HAVE YOU MADE THIS RECIPE ?

Quick Strawberry Jam without pectin is delicious on toast, scones, Victoria sponge cakes and in recipes that calls for marmalade too. 

Post a photo on my Facebook page, share it on Instagram, or save it to Pinterest with the tag #sandhyaskitchen. I would love to see your take on this delicious spread.

Homemade Strawberry Jam RECIPE BELOW

 

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Homemade Strawberry Jam Recipe

5 from 11 votes
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 11 2 tbsp
Calories: 184kcal
Author: Sandhya Hariharan
Quick and Easy Strawberry Jam made with just 3 ingredients! No Pectin needed.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Strawberries 454g , hulled
  • 2 1/2 Cup Granulated Sugar or Jam Sugar 450g
  • 2 Tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice

Instructions

  • PREPARE THE STRAWBERRIES
  • Wash & Hull the Strawberries. Gently crush them with a potato masher.
  • MACERATE THE STRAWBERRIES { Optional }
  • Add the sugar to the strawberries in a pan and stir to combine. Cover the pan with a lid and  let them sit at room temperature for at least 30 - 40 minutes, until the strawberries are juicy.  With this step, sugar will help in drawing the juices out of the Strawberries.
  • COOK THE JAM
  • Add the lemon juice to the strawberries mixture. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally with a wooden ladle, 2 minutes.
  • Increase the heat and bring the jam to a rolling boil, until jam is thickened and bubbles completely cover surface, 8- 10 minutes.
  • If you are skipping the macerating step, add crushed strawberries, sugar and lemon juice to a pan. Cook on medium heat , stirring often until all the sugar has dissolved, 5 - 7 minutes.
  • Increase the heat and bring the jam to a rolling boil, until jam is thickened and bubbles completely cover surface, 8- 10 minutes.
  • TEST THE JAM
  • Place 2 small plates in the freezer before you start cooking your jam.  To test your jam, place a drop of the jam on the chilled plate and keep it in the fridge for 30 seconds.  After 30 seconds, run your finger through the drop to see if it forms a crinkle and tacky. Then it's ready!
    If you don't see a crinkle, allow the jam to boil for another 1 -2 minutes and retest.
    Skim any pink scum off the top with a spoon.
  • STORE
  • Ladle the jam to sterilised jar leaving 1/4 inch headspace and let cool to room temperature. Seal the Jar and store them in the refrigerator up to 2 weeks.

Notes

RECIPE NOTES
For less Sweeter Jam, Reduce the Sugar  by 1/2.

Nutrition

Calories: 184kcal | Carbohydrates: 48.7g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 67mg | Fiber: 0.8g | Sugar: 47.5g | Calcium: 7mg
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: British
Keyword: jam recipe, no pectin, Strawberry Jam
Tried this recipe?Mention @Sandhyaskitchen and Hashtag #sandhyaskitchen!

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Comments

  1. Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy says

    15th June 2016 at 10:56 am

    5 stars
    You just can’t beat homemade strawberry jam, especially with strawberries growing straight from your garden.

    Reply
  2. Ali @ Home & Plate says

    15th June 2016 at 11:50 am

    5 stars
    I have just returned from strawberry picking at a local pick your own farm near my town and have lots of strawberries that need to be eaten. I can’t think of a better way to enjoy them – spread onto my toast in the morning using this strawberry jam recipe. Looks wonderful!

    Reply
    • Sandhya Hariharan says

      16th June 2016 at 7:31 pm

      Now that’s a coincidence !! Tons of strawberries at hand and reading a post about Preserves.. Can’t get any better.

      Reply
  3. Eileen | The Food Avenue says

    15th June 2016 at 12:55 pm

    5 stars
    Your photos are amazing!! And your strawberry jam looks delicious. I’d love it spread on a fresh croissant!

    Reply
    • Sandhya Hariharan says

      16th June 2016 at 7:31 pm

      Thank Eileen.Hope you enjoy making your strawberry jam!

      Reply
  4. Mel says

    15th June 2016 at 1:01 pm

    5 stars
    I love jam and always like giving homemade presents. I’m planning to take children to our local ‘Pick Your Own’ fruit and we’ll definitely be making jam for the teachers! Stunning photos, as always. x

    Reply
    • Sandhya Hariharan says

      16th June 2016 at 7:30 pm

      Wohoo.. you are a super mom Mel !!! Edible presents are another star idea for the holiday seasons.

      Reply
  5. Jenn @ Peas and Crayons says

    15th June 2016 at 1:05 pm

    5 stars
    Such a beautiful and simple jam! I need to pick up more berries so I can try it! 🙂

    Reply
    • Sandhya Hariharan says

      16th June 2016 at 7:30 pm

      Oh you will love it Jenn.. More the berries more merrier:)

      Reply
  6. Amanda says

    15th June 2016 at 2:20 pm

    5 stars
    What gorgeous strawberries, and such a lovely, simple preserve. I would love some of this with warm cream scones!

    Reply
    • Sandhya Hariharan says

      16th June 2016 at 7:29 pm

      Oh yes! The warm cream scones and fresh home made jam .. I am loving the combination.

      Reply
  7. Meeta says

    15th June 2016 at 4:13 pm

    5 stars
    Strawberries on both sides of the channel it seems 😉 I love making my own jam … busy time of year for me as I often try to preserve the summer in jars. I like adding a vanilla bean to the strawberry jam to add a nice flavor.

    Reply
    • Sandhya Hariharan says

      16th June 2016 at 7:28 pm

      How lovely!! Vanilla bean will render that sweet aroma.. I will try it next time.

      Reply
  8. Janani Rakesh Kumar says

    15th June 2016 at 6:00 pm

    5 stars
    Stunning clicks sandhya! lovely recipe!:-)

    Reply
    • Sandhya Hariharan says

      16th June 2016 at 7:27 pm

      thanks Janani.

      Reply
  9. Jyothi@currytrail.in says

    16th June 2016 at 3:21 am

    5 stars
    when we get strawberries in season, jams is the first thing I make.   Beautiful and simple jam

    Reply
    • Sandhya Hariharan says

      16th June 2016 at 7:27 pm

      How lovely !!! I love making my jam too!

      Reply
  10. Anupa Joseph says

    16th June 2016 at 6:29 am

    5 stars
    We eat away the strawberries the day we get it and if there is any left over they are converted into jam…we are a jam loving family…ur jam looks so good…beautiful capture of those strawberries..

    Reply
    • Sandhya Hariharan says

      16th June 2016 at 7:27 pm

      Thank you Anupa .. Is there a particular way you make them?

      Reply
  11. Margaret Gallagher says

    3rd July 2016 at 3:28 pm

    5 stars
    So delicious love my strawberries – great recipe for jam

    Reply

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