Low Sugar Strawberry Jam With Pectin in Just 30 Minutes
A simple and delicious low-sugar strawberry jam made with pectin. Perfect for those looking to enjoy a sweet spread with less sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 half-pint jars 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Sugar
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and crushed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1.5 tablespoons low-sugar pectin
Instructions
- Prepare your canning jars and lids by sterilizing them in boiling water.
- In a large pot, combine crushed strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice.
- Gradually stir in the pectin until fully dissolved.
- Bring the mixture to a full boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly.
- Boil for 1 minute, then remove from heat.
- Skim off any foam and ladle the hot jam into sterilized jars.
- Seal the jars and process in a water bath for 10 minutes.
- Remove and let cool before storing.
Notes
- Use ripe strawberries for the best flavor.
- Adjust sugar to taste if needed.
- Store unopened jars in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year.
- Refrigerate after opening and use within 3 weeks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 20
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg