Description
Homemade Strawberry Rhubarb Jam captures the essence of summer in every spoonful. This delightful spread combines the sweetness of ripe strawberries with the tartness of fresh rhubarb, creating a vibrant jam that’s perfect for breakfast or dessert. Whether slathered on warm toast, dolloped on yogurt, or used as a filling for pastries, this jam brings joy and nostalgia to your kitchen. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, you can easily craft this delicious treat at home!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
- 1 pound fresh rhubarb, chopped
- 4 cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 box (1.75 oz) pectin
Instructions
- Prepare your strawberries and rhubarb by washing and chopping them into small pieces.
- In a large pot, combine the chopped fruits with lemon juice.
- Add the pectin while stirring continuously to prevent clumps.
- Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently.
- Once boiling, add all the sugar at once and stir until dissolved. Boil for an additional minute.
- Transfer hot jam into sterilized jars and seal tightly. Allow cooling before storing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Spread
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg