Homemade Blackberry Plum Jam
Capture the vibrant flavors of summer with this delightful Homemade Blackberry Plum Jam! Bursting with the sweet tang of ripe blackberries and the rich, fruity essence of plums, this small-batch jam is the perfect blend of bold and balanced. Crafted with simple, pantry-friendly ingredients like granulated sugar, fresh lemon juice, and a touch of water, this recipe requires just 15 minutes of prep and a little patience as it simmers to jammy perfection. The result is a luscious spread packed with natural fruitiness and a hint of tartness, perfect for slathering on toast, swirling into yogurt, or gifting to loved ones. With no pectin needed, this easy jam recipe lets the natural fruit shine, and it includes canning instructions for longer storage, making it as versatile as it is delicious. Start your preserves journey and savor the taste of homemade goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams blackberries
- 500 grams plums (pitted and chopped)
- 500 grams granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 50 milliliters water
Instructions
Wash the blackberries and plums thoroughly under cool running water. Pat them dry.
Pit the plums and chop them into small pieces.
In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, combine the blackberries, chopped plums, sugar, lemon juice, and water.
Place the pot on medium heat and stir the mixture gently until the sugar dissolves completely.
Increase the heat slightly and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking or burning.
Use a potato masher or spoon to mash the fruit gently while it cooks, leaving some chunks for texture if desired.
Cook for about 30–40 minutes, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens and reaches a jam-like consistency. To test, place a small amount of jam on a chilled plate—if it forms a gel-like surface after cooling, it's ready.
Remove the pot from heat and allow the jam to cool for about 5–10 minutes.
Carefully ladle the hot jam into sterilized jars, leaving about 1/4 inch of space at the top. Seal the jars with lids.
Allow the jars to cool completely at room temperature before storing in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks or processing for long-term storage using a water bath canning method.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2356 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.9 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 7 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 607.1 g | 221% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.6 g | 120% | |
| Total Sugars | 574.8 g | ||
| Protein | 10.6 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 180 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1626 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
