Blackberry Jam Recipe

homemade blackberry jam in a glass jar with a light colored background

Blackberry jam is delicious, simple to make, and contains no added pectin. Blackberries are full of flavor and naturally high in pectin so they form that yummy jam texture easily, with no added pectin or preservatives. All you need for this recipe are 3 ingredients and 25 minutes.

Course Sauces, Dressing

Keyword blackberry jam, blackberry jam recipe, homemade blackberry jam

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Servings cups

Calories 742kcal

Author Abbey Rodriguez

Ingredients

5 cups blackberries (24 oz)
2 cups granulated sugar
1 ½ tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

Add the blackberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice into a medium-sized saucepan (make sure to leave a few inches at the top to ward off splattering).
Turn the heat to medium-high and mix the fruit and sugar together until the sugar dissolves and releases juice.
Continue to simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until much of the liquid has thickened and evaporated and the liquid in the pot has reached 220 degrees Fahrenheit.
Transfer the jam to a glass jar, seal with a lid, and place in the fridge for at least 2 hours until the jam cools. Enjoy!

Notes

Another good way to test if your jam is done is with the plate test. When you begin making the jam, stick a plate in the freezer. To test if your jam is done, remove the plate from the freezer and scoop a thin spot of jam on the plate. Allow the jam to cool for 30-45 seconds. Then use your finger to push the jam. If the jam wrinkles, it is done. If the jam stays liquid, continue to cook it for another 5 or so minutes, then repeat.

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