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Easy Fresh Strawberry Freezer Jam Recipe 5-Minute Homemade Delight

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A quick and easy strawberry freezer jam made with fresh strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, and powdered fruit pectin. Ready in just 5 minutes and perfect for spreading on toast or mixing into yogurt.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and crushed
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 package (1.75 ounces) powdered fruit pectin
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • Optional: fruit sweetener or honey to substitute some sugar

Instructions

  1. Wash and hull about 4 cups (about 600g) of fresh strawberries. Crush the berries in a large bowl using a potato masher or fork until desired texture is reached (chunky to smooth).
  2. In a separate bowl, combine 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar with 1 package (1.75 oz / 49g) powdered fruit pectin. Stir well to blend evenly.
  3. Slowly add the sugar-pectin mixture to the crushed strawberries. Stir gently but thoroughly to dissolve sugar and distribute pectin evenly. Mixture will begin to thicken.
  4. Stir in 2 tablespoons (30ml) fresh lemon juice to balance sweetness and help jam set.
  5. Spoon the jam immediately into clean, freezer-safe jars or containers, leaving about 1/2 inch headspace. Wipe rims clean and seal tightly.
  6. Let jars sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to 1 hour to thicken fully, then transfer to the freezer. Jam is ready to enjoy after about 24 hours.

Notes

Do not over-mash strawberries to avoid runny jam. Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor and proper setting. Work quickly once sugar and pectin are mixed with fruit to avoid clumps. If jam doesn’t thicken after chilling, stir and let sit longer at room temperature.

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