Blueberry Jam
Nothing beats a slice of toast with fresh jam or jelly! This easy blueberry jam recipe comes together quickly and is ideal for gift giving!
Ingredients
- 2 pints fresh blueberries washed
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 package pectin
- 4-5 cups granulated sugar*
Instructions
- Smash your berries lightly using the back of a wooden spoon or potato masher.
- Transfer the berries to a large pot and stir in both the lemon juice and pectin. Bring to a boil stirring consistently to avoid any burning.
- Stir in the sugar and return to a boil. Allow to cook for 3 minutes making sure to continue stirring. You want the jam's temperature to reach 220 degrees.
- Place into sterilized jars and follow proper canning instructions.
Notes
*We used 4 cups of sugar and thought it was plenty sweet but adjust according to your preference.
Nutrition
Serving: 1Servings