Traditional Devon Cream Tea Strawberry Jam Strawberry Conserve
Delight in the quintessentially British experience of a **Traditional Devon Cream Tea** with this homemade **Strawberry Jam Strawberry Conserve** recipe. Bursting with the natural sweetness of fresh strawberries, enhanced by a hint of zesty lemon juice, this preserve strikes the perfect balance between rich fruit flavor and vibrant acidity. Made in just 45 minutes, this classic conserve showcases simple ingredients and straightforward techniques, such as testing the setting point to achieve the ideal spreadable consistency. Seal it into jars for a luscious, homemade touch to your scones, complete with dollops of clotted cream. This easy-to-follow recipe is your ticket to an authentic Devon cream tea experience, perfect for enjoying at home or sharing with guests.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1000 grams Fresh strawberries
- 800 grams Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
Instructions
Wash and hull the strawberries, removing the green tops. Cut larger strawberries in half to ensure even cooking.
Place the strawberries in a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan. Add the granulated sugar and lemon juice over the strawberries.
Heat the saucepan over low heat, gently stirring until the sugar has fully dissolved. This prevents grainy jam.
Once the sugar is dissolved, increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a boil.
Allow the mixture to boil rapidly for approximately 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Use a spoon to skim off any foam that forms on the surface.
To test for the setting point, place a small plate in the freezer for 5 minutes. Spoon a small amount of jam onto the cold plate and let it cool for a minute. Push your finger through the jam; if it wrinkles, it is ready. If not, continue boiling for another 2-3 minutes and test again.
Once the jam has reached the desired consistency, carefully ladle it into sterilized jars, leaving about 1/4 inch (5mm) of space at the top.
Seal the jars tightly with sterilized lids and let them cool to room temperature. As the jam cools, the lids should form a vacuum seal.
Store the jam in a cool, dark place, and refrigerate after opening. Enjoy with scones, clotted cream, and tea!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3377 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.1 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 14 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 878.8 g | 320% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.8 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 849.4 g | ||
| Protein | 6.7 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 153 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1478 mg | 31% | |
*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.
