Basic strawberry jam
1 hour 40 min
Strawberry jam does not get any easier. If you are new to jam making then this is the perfect place to start. Two ingredients, three steps - that's it!
Debba B
21 people made this
Ingredients
Makes: 4 450g jars strawberry jam
- 2.7kg (6 lb) strawberries, roughly chopped
- 1.8kg (4 lb) preserving sugar
Method
Prep:10min ›
Cook:1hr30min ›
Ready in:1hr40min
- In a preserving pan, combine the strawberries with half of the sugar and boil for 20 minutes. Remove from the heat and cool.
- Return to the heat with the remainder of the sugar and bring to the boil. Begin testing for the setting point (this could take up to 30 minutes) by dropping a small amount of jam onto a cold plate. If the jam wrinkles when you push it with your finger, it is ready.
- Transfer to sterilised jam jars and seal immediately. Leave undisturbed for 8 hours or overnight to achieve a good set.
How to sterilise jars
Learn how to sterilise jars two ways with our handy step-by-step guide and video.
