Description
This delicious No-Pectin Blueberry Jam Recipe is perfect for beginners. In under 30 minutes, you can create a thick, flavorful jam with fresh berries, sugar, and lemon juice!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups blueberries (frozen or fresh)
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the blueberries, sugar, chia seeds, and lemon juice over medium heat.
Bring to a gentle boil and stir occasionally for about 10-15 minutes. - Mash the berries gently with a spoon or potato masher. You can also use a blender.
Cook down for another 5-6 minutes. - Let the jam cool down at room temperature, and then transfer to a mason jar.
Store in the fridge.
Notes
Don’t skip the lemon juice. The acid helps preserve the jam and activates the natural pectin in the berries, making it set properly.
Stir often and scrape the bottom of the pot to prevent scorching.
Jam can burn quickly, especially toward the end.
Adjust the sweetness to taste. You can reduce or increase sugar, but it affects how well the jam sets. If you use lower sugar, you will get a softer jam. Add extra chia seeds or cook longer to thicken.
Let the jam cool completely before sealing for the fridge.
It prevents condensation and mold.