Mixed Berry Delight Jam
Experience the vibrant fusion of juicy ripe strawberries, tangy red raspberries, and luscious blackberries with our Mixed Berry Delight Jam. This homemade jam is perfect for toast, pastries, or gifting. It's bursting with flavors that blend sweetness and tartness in a delightful homemade preserve. Making this beautiful jam is a fun and rewarding process that fills your kitchen with the alluring aroma of fresh berries.
4
Servings
1300
Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
Strawberries
2 1/2 cups (Stemmed and crushed)
Red raspberries
1 1/2 cups (Crushed)
Blackberries
1 cup (Crushed)
Sure-Jell premium fruit pectin
1 (1 3/4 ounce) box (None)
Butter
1/2 teaspoon (Optional, to reduce foaming)
Sugar
7 cups (Measured into a separate bowl)
Instructions
1
Prepare your utensils: Ensure your boiling-water canner is half-filled and brought to a simmer. Meticulously wash jars and screw bands in hot, soapy water; rinse them thoroughly with warm water. Place your lids in hot water until ready for use, ensuring they are well-drained before filling.
2
Craft your berry mix: Gently stem and crush strawberries, raspberries, and blackberries separately, one layer at a time. Combine 2-1/2 cups of strawberries, 1-1/2 cups of raspberries, and 1 cup of blackberries into a large saucepot. Mix the fruits thoroughly for even flavor distribution.
3
Prepare the jam base: Stir your premium fruit pectin into the berry mixture within the saucepot. Add a small amount of butter to reduce any foaming, if desired.
4
Cook the jam: Over high heat, bring the mixture to a vigorous and full rolling boil that does not cease bubbling while being stirred. Stir constantly as you mix in the sugar. Return the concoction to a full rolling boil, allowing it to boil for exactly 1 minute. Stir continuously to prevent sticking or burning.
5
Final preparations: Remove your saucepot from heat and carefully skim off any foam using a metal spoon. Ladle the hot jam into sterilized jars, leaving a 1/4-inch space at the top for expansion.
6
Seal and process: Clean the jar rims and threads, then secure them with sterilized lids and screw bands. Place your jars on an elevated rack within the canner, ensuring they are submerged under 1 to 2 inches of water. If needed, add boiling water to cover. With the canner lid on, gently boil for 10 minutes.
7
Cool and store: Remove jars carefully and place them upright on a kitchen towel to cool completely. Once cooled, press the center of each lid to ensure a proper seal. If a lid pops back, refrigerate the jar immediately. Enjoy the fruits of your labor!
Nutrition Information
0.5g
Fat
337.5g
Carbs
0.5g
Protein
10g
Fiber
325g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What fruits are used in the Mixed Berry Delight Jam?
This recipe uses a blend of ripe strawberries, red raspberries, and blackberries.
How many cups of strawberries are required?
You will need 2-1/2 cups of stemmed and crushed strawberries.
How many cups of red raspberries are needed?
The recipe requires 1-1/2 cups of crushed red raspberries.
How many cups of blackberries are used?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of crushed blackberries.
What type of pectin is recommended for this jam?
The recipe specifies using one 1.75-ounce box of Sure-Jell premium fruit pectin.
How much sugar is added to this recipe?
A total of 7 cups of sugar is added to the berry mixture.
Why is butter added to the jam mixture?
Adding a 1/2 teaspoon of butter is an optional step used to reduce foaming during the boiling process.
How long should the jam boil after adding sugar?
The mixture must be brought back to a full rolling boil and held there for exactly 1 minute.
What is a full rolling boil?
A full rolling boil is one that continues to bubble vigorously even while being stirred.
How should I prepare the canning jars?
Wash jars and screw bands in hot, soapy water and rinse them thoroughly with warm water before use.
How much headspace should be left in each jar?
Leave 1/4 inch of space at the top of the jar to allow for expansion.
How long do the jars need to process in the water bath?
The jars should be gently boiled in the canner for 10 minutes.
What should I do if a jar lid doesn't seal?
If the lid pops back when the center is pressed, the seal is not proper and the jar should be refrigerated immediately.
How many servings does this recipe produce?
This recipe produces approximately 4 servings.
How many calories are in the total recipe?
The total recipe contains approximately 1300 calories.
What is the total sugar content of the jam?
The total sugar content for the recipe is 325 grams.
Is there any fiber in the Mixed Berry Delight Jam?
Yes, the jam contains approximately 10 grams of fiber in total.
What is the carbohydrate count for this recipe?
The total carbohydrates for the recipe amount to 337.5 grams.
Do I need to crush the berries individually?
Yes, the instructions recommend crushing the strawberries, raspberries, and blackberries separately before combining them.
How deep should the water be in the canner?
The jars should be submerged under at least 1 to 2 inches of water.
Can I use this jam for gifting?
Yes, the description highlights that this homemade jam is perfect for gifting.
What is the protein content of this jam?
The total protein content for the recipe is 0.5 grams.
Should I stir the jam while it boils?
Yes, you must stir constantly while adding sugar and during the full 1-minute boil to prevent sticking or burning.
How do I remove excess foam?
Once the saucepot is removed from the heat, use a metal spoon to skim off any foam from the surface.
What should I do with the lids before canning?
Place the lids in hot water until you are ready to use them, then drain them well before filling the jars.
How do I ensure the berries are evenly distributed?
Mix the crushed strawberries, raspberries, and blackberries thoroughly in the saucepot before adding pectin.
Where should the jars cool?
Remove the jars from the canner and place them upright on a kitchen towel to cool completely.
Is there fat in this recipe?
There is a negligible amount of fat, approximately 0.5 grams, mostly from the optional butter.
How do I prepare the strawberries?
The strawberries should be stemmed and then crushed one layer at a time.
What equipment is needed for the canning process?
You will need a boiling-water canner, jars, screw bands, lids, an elevated rack, and a large saucepot.