Homemade Mixed Berry Jam Recipe

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Mixed berry jam is so easy to make – and it can be made in small batches.

This quick jam is a delicious way to have jam in an instant. It is especially satisfying in the middle of the winter when you have frozen berries or in the summertime when there’s a bountiful of fruits.

It is equally good spread on homemade bread or swirled into yogurt, and quick jam even makes a great ice cream topping!

Here’s how you can most the most perfect mixed berry jam at home.

Ingredients

• 16 ounces Strawberries
• 6 ounces Blueberries
• ½ cup white granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
• Saucepan/Pot
• Jar for Storing Jam

Yield: 8 ounces

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 50 minutes

How to Make Mixed Berry Jam Instructions

1. Add the berries in a large saucepan along with the sugar. Coat the berries in the sugar and allow to sit for 15 minutes. Toss every 5 minutes as the sugar dissolves with the fruit juices.

1. Place the pot over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil. Cook over a simmer until the berries start bursting, about 15 minutes.
2. Place a plate in the freezer to test the jam consistency later.
3. Turn the heat up to medium high and stir every few minutes until the juices thicken. Once the mixture thickens, reduce to low heat and stir more often to reduce sticking and burning in the pan.
4. Cook for 30-35 minutes until most of the liquid has evaporated from the berries and the fruit is almost completely broken down.
5. The mixture will also be at a slow, thick boil and that is when you add the lemon juice.
6. Mix together and let cook until you reach a thick consistency again, so it looks the same as before the juice was added. This should take another 5 minutes.

1. At this point the jam should be finished. To test take a small spoonful and place it on the plate placed in the freezer earlier. Put in the refrigerator for a couple minutes and then take out and drag your finger through the jam. The mixture should hold its shape and not look runny at all.
2. If it is, cook for another 5 minutes.
3. Once the jam is ready, remove from the heat and place in a mason jar. Store in the refrigerator!

How long does mixed berry jam last?

Quick jam keeps for a few weeks in the fridge or a few months if frozen. When freezing, be sure to leave space between the top of the jam and the cover of the container to allow expansion.

Pairings

Here are some excellent pairings for your homemade mixed berry jam:

• Quick Berry jam is awesome on fresh-baked no-knead bread, Toast or English Muffins.
• Pancakes or Waffles: Use the jam as a flavorful alternative to syrup.
• Swirl it into plain yogurt or oatmeal for a fruity kick.
• Pair with soft cheeses like Brie or cream cheese, or sharp cheeses like cheddar.
• A homemade twist on the classic PB&J sandwich.
• Drizzle over vanilla or chocolate ice cream for a simple dessert.
• Add a dollop for a bakery-style treat.
• Use as a glaze or condiment for pork, chicken, and other Grilled Meats.
• Layer between cake or cupcake layers for a burst of berry flavor.
• Blend with your favorite ingredients for a fruity upgrade.

Variations & Tips

If you opt to use all strawberries or substitute more for the other berries, know that strawberries create the most water on their own. Making the jam a bit thinner, so if you continue to cook and the jam still looks a bit thinner, that is ok!

How to Store Mix Berry Jam

This mixed berry jam will last up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator. You can also freeze it and then it will last 3 months.

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