Description
Make the most of fresh berries with this Easy Homemade Blackberry Jam! Bursting with sweet blackberry flavor and made with just a few simple ingredients, this easy jam recipe is perfect for spreading on toast, biscuits, pancakes, or using in your favorite desserts.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
4 cups fresh blackberries (about 600g) – The star ingredient, providing sweet, juicy, and slightly tart flavor.
2 cups granulated sugar – Sweetens the jam while helping it thicken and preserve.
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice – Brightens the flavor and helps the jam set naturally.
1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional) – Adds extra citrus aroma and freshness.
1 tablespoon fruit pectin (optional) – Helps achieve a firmer consistency if desired.
Optional Flavor Add-Ins
Vanilla extract
Ground cinnamon
Fresh thyme
Fresh rosemary
Orange zest
Honey
Chia seeds
Fresh mint
Instructions
- Wash and lightly mash the blackberries.
- Combine the berries, sugar, lemon juice, and optional lemon zest in a saucepan.
- Let the mixture rest for 10–15 minutes to release the juices.
- Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring frequently.
- Simmer for 20–25 minutes until the mixture thickens.
- Add pectin if using and cook according to the package instructions.
- Test the jam on a chilled plate for the proper consistency.
- Skim off any foam from the surface.
- Carefully ladle the hot jam into sterilized jars.
- Seal the jars and allow them to cool completely.
- Refrigerate, freeze, or process in a water bath for long-term storage.
- Serve on toast, biscuits, desserts, or your favorite baked goods.
Notes
- Use ripe, fresh blackberries for the richest flavor.
- Always test the jam before removing it from the heat.
- Refrigerate after opening for the best freshness.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 servings per tablespoon
- Calories: 55 calories
