Discover how to make a delicious homemade blueberry jam, an easy and quick recipe that lets you enjoy the intense flavor of forest fruits all year round. This jam has a perfect texture, neither too runny nor too thick, and an ideal balance between acidity and sweetness. It is perfect for spreading on toast, accompanying cheeses, yogurts, or even as a filling for cakes and pastries.
The traditional blueberry jam recipe requires only three ingredients: fresh blueberries, sugar, and a little lemon juice. The process is simple: wash the blueberries, lightly crush them, and cook them with sugar until they thicken. The lemon not only adds a citrus touch but also helps the jam set better thanks to its natural pectin.
This jam is perfect for beginners in the kitchen, as it requires no complicated techniques or special utensils. Moreover, you can adjust the amount of sugar to your taste and use either red or blue blueberries interchangeably. If you have leftovers, store them in sterilized jars and keep them in the refrigerator to enjoy for several weeks.
In short, making homemade jam is a fantastic way to take advantage of seasonal fruit and create a natural and delicious product. Go ahead and try this recipe and surprise your family with a special breakfast!
Prep
20 min
Cook
10 min
Servings
1
Calories
300 kcal
Making blueberry jam is very easy, and you can make it with lingonberries or blueberries because the process is exactly the same. First, wash the fruit thoroughly and place it in a pot, crush it lightly and add the sugar.
Heat the preparation over high heat until it starts to boil. First stir the red fruit jam for 5 minutes until the blueberries release their juices a little. Keep stirring on high heat and when it boils (7-10 minutes) lower it to medium heat. Then add the lemon and continue to stir until it thickens a little.
The cooking time varies depending on how thick we like the jam, so when it reaches the desired texture, remove it from the heat. It also depends a lot on the type of kitchen and its heat intensity. In my case I finished in approximately 25 minutes. Keep in mind that when it cools it thickens more. If you want, you can grind it to make it finer. Then, use it to decorate a cheesecake, for example, or reserve it in pre-sterilized glass jars.
This homemade blueberry jam can last for months unopened, as long as you re-sterilize the jars once full and closed. As soon as you open the bottle, we recommend consuming it within a maximum period of two weeks. To keep it for longer, you can add a spoonful of lemon juice during preparation. And if you want to discover more homemade jams, don't miss the orange jam recipe.
