Blackberry Freezer Jam
Blackberry Freezer Jam is a no-cook, easy-to-make preserve that captures the fresh, sweet-tart flavor of summer berries. This small-batch freezer jam recipe requires no canning skills or equipment and stays vibrant and delicious for months. Perfect for toast, yogurt, or desserts, this freezer jam with blackberries is a must-make seasonal favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 24 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: About 5 cups
- Category: Jam & Preserves
- Method: No-Cook / Freezer
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh blackberries
- 4 cups granulated sugar
- 1 (1.59 oz) package instant fruit pectin (such as Sure-Jell for freezer jam)
- ¾ cup water
Instructions
- Rinse and gently pat dry the blackberries.
- Mash the berries with a potato masher, leaving some texture if desired.
- In a separate bowl, thoroughly mix the sugar and instant pectin.
- Stir the mashed berries into the sugar-pectin mixture until well combined and the sugar is mostly dissolved.
- Let the jam sit for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Spoon the mixture into clean, freezer-safe containers, leaving ½ inch at the top.
- Seal containers and let sit at room temperature for 24 hours.
- Transfer to the freezer.
Notes
- You can add a splash of lemon juice to brighten the flavor.
- For variety, mix in raspberries or blueberries.
- Use a food processor for a smoother texture.
- To reduce sugar, use a low-sugar pectin and follow package guidelines.
- Thaw frozen jam in the refrigerator before using.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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