Strawberry Sundae Freezer Jam
Capture the essence of summer with this delightful *Strawberry Sundae Freezer Jam*, a no-cook recipe bursting with the bright, juicy flavor of fresh strawberries. Made in just 20 minutes, this quick and easy jam combines simple ingredients like ripe strawberries, granulated sugar, instant pectin, and a splash of lemon juice for a perfectly balanced sweetness with a zesty kick. The "freezer jam" technique preserves the berries' natural texture and flavor, giving you a vibrant spread that's both chunky and smooth—ideal for topping sundaes, spreading on toast, or even swirling into yogurt. With no cooking involved and storage options that include freezing for up to a year, this homemade strawberry jam is a beginner-friendly, fail-proof treat you'll want to have on hand for every occasion. Perfect for summer preserves, family breakfasts, or sweet homemade gifts!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Fresh strawberries
- 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 5 tablespoons Instant pectin
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
Instructions
Wash and hull the strawberries to remove the green tops. Pat dry with a clean towel.
Mash the strawberries using a potato masher or pulse them in a food processor until they are crushed but still slightly chunky. You should have about 2 cups of crushed berries.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar and instant pectin. Mix thoroughly to ensure even distribution.
Add the crushed strawberries and lemon juice to the sugar-pectin mixture. Stir well for 3 minutes to dissolve the sugar completely.
Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes and stir again briefly to ensure even consistency.
Ladle the jam into clean, freezer-safe containers, leaving about 1/2 inch of space at the top to allow for expansion during freezing.
Seal the containers with lids and let the jam sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to set.
Store the jam in the freezer for up to 1 year or in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1383 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.9 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 8 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 357.7 g | 130% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.1 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 330.4 g | ||
| Protein | 4.1 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 94 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 911 mg | 19% | |
*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.
