Blueberry Jam Recipe

This Blueberry Jam recipe features fresh blueberries (although you can use frozen), and only 3 simple ingredients. You do not need to add pectin, as the blueberries contain a natural amount of pectin that thickens the jam to just the right consistency. This blueberry jam can be made in under 20 minutes. It’s perfect for spreading on english muffins, dinner rolls and toast.

You can’t beat fresh, homemade jam and this Blueberry Jam recipe is no exception. It’s fresh, super easy to make and tastes delicious. I love pairing it with my English muffins in the morning. It also pairs really well with this Blueberry or regular English Muffin Bread.

This is one of those recipes that is easy enough to make, and tastes so good, you’ll want to keep the recipe in your back pocket. This blueberry jam recipe makes just enough to use for your family, but not an excessive amount that you will have jam for months.

I love making this recipe over the summer when fresh blueberries are abundant, but this recipe can also use frozen blueberries, so truly it’s a recipe you can make all year long. Fortunately where I live, I can get nice looking fresh blueberries any time of the year. I prefer using fresh blueberries when I can.

Here are a few recipes that would pair perfectly with this orange marmalade recipe. I love this Easy Homemade French Bread or for a delicious breakfast option, these Blueberry Bagels. You can also try this Soft Sandwich Bread or Soft Dinner Rolls recipe

Here’s why you will love this blueberry jam recipe

This recipe is easy to make and can be made in under 20 minutes. It only requires 4 ingredients, one of which is water, and no pectin.

Ingredients

  • blueberries
  • lemon juice – lemon juice helps the pectin in the fruit to set up properly, also contributing to the texture and thick, spreadable consistency of the marmalade
  • water – water helps to soften the fruit and allow it to release its natural juices while cooking.
  • granulated sugar – this easy orange marmalade recipe contains just enough sugar to provide a delicious sweet, but not overly sweet flavor to the marmalade.

Ingredient Notes

Can I use fresh or frozen blueberries?

You can use either fresh or frozen blueberries for this recipe. I prefer using fresh blueberries, but either produces delicious results. If the fresh blueberries in your area aren’t the best, I would certainly lean towards using the frozen blueberries.

Does this blueberry jam recipe need pectin?

This jam does not need pectin. The blueberries contain a natural amount of pectin that thickens the jam to just the right consistency. I always love being able to use the natural sources for an ingredient. The lemon juice in this blueberry jam recipe also helps the pectin to set up properly.

Here’s how to make this blueberry jam recipe: STEP BY STEP

gather your ingredients

The first thing I always like to do when I am making a recipe is to gather all of my ingredients. This Blueberry Jam recipe only requires a handful of ingredients and it comes together quickly. So, it is important to make sure you have everything ready, including the jars you will fill the jam into.

This recipe only requires a handful of ingredients, so make sure you measure them all out before starting.

time to cook the jam

Now, it’s time to make the blueberry jam recipe. Add all ingredients to a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently for 10-20 minutes, or until the mixture is thickened. The blueberries will burst open, releasing their natural juices as they cook. Make sure to be careful in this step as sometimes the blueberry jam can splatter. It is hot!

add to jars

Add the jam to jars with lids on. After adding the lid, allow the mixture to fully cool before placing in the refrigerator or freezer.

Storage

This Blueberry Jam recipe saves well in both the refrigerator and the freezer. You can store this blueberry jam in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or in the freezer for up to 3 months. If you choose to store this blueberry jam in the freezer, make sure the container has straight sides. It allows for easier stacking in the freezer and makes the jam easier to get out of the container.

Here are a few recipes that would pair perfectly with this easy blueberry jam recipe

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Blueberry Jam Recipe


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Description

This Blueberry Jam recipe features fresh blueberries (although you can use frozen), and only 3 simple ingredients. You do not need to add pectin, as the blueberries contain a natural amount of pectin that thickens the jam to just the right consistency. This blueberry jam can be made in under 20 minutes. It’s perfect for spreading on english muffins, dinner rolls and toast


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups fresh blueberries
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • Juice of 1 lemon

Instructions

1. Make the blueberry jam. In a small saucepan, add blueberries, water, granulated sugar and juce of a lemon. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook the blueberries until they burst open and release their natural juices.

2. Cook stirring frequently until the jam is thickened for 10-20 minutes. Note that the jam will thicken as it cools, so don’t overcook it.
3. Once the jam is done cooking, add to a clean half pint jar. Place the lid on the jar. Fill remaining jam into second half pint jar. Place lid on jar. Allow jam to fully cool, then store in refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

Storage

Allow the jam to fully cool at room temperature. Once cool, place in refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. You can also store in freezer in a freezer safe container for up to 3 months.

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