Mixed Berry Jam is truly a taste sensation. Sweet, tangy, and delicious, this spread is perfect for breakfast or as part of a tasty snack. This jam is easier to make than you might think and the whole family is going to love it. Why not give making your own jam a try?
When you think about a homemade jam recipe you might think it is going to be hard to recreate at home. But it is actually easier than you might think. You know exactly what has gone into each jar and you may find that your homemade version has less sugar than some of the jars you might buy in your local grocery store.
Making this mixed berry jam is a great way to use up any surplus blueberries and strawberries you may have lurking in your refrigerator. Or perhaps you have grown your own fruit and now have a large quantity that you are wanting to use up in a different way. This easy mixed berry jam recipe is the answer.
There are a lot of different recipes for mixed berry jam, some with low sugar, some may require additional ingredients. We have tried to keep things simple with this recipe. Using fresh fruit it has a delicious flavor and you can make it in no time at all. Your family is going to love it. Perfect for breakfast or sweet treats.
If you like the idea of this mixed berry jam then this Easy Air Fryer Cornbread will be an excellent way to enjoy it. You can spread a little onto this delicious cornbread and enjoy a sweet treat or alternative breakfast. Yum!
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Why You’ll Love This Mixed Berry Jam
- Easy to make – this jam doesn’t require a lot of effort to make a delicious spread that you can enjoy any time of the day.Â
- Kid-friendly and nutritious – The best thing about homemade jam is you can control the amount of sugar. Plus the fruit mixture of berries is packed full of goodness and nutrients. The kids will love the sweet flavors.Â
- You can enjoy it in different ways – We love how this blueberry and strawberry jam can be spread on toast, or used as a topping for ice cream, waffles or pancakes. You can even enjoy it with other sweet and savory baked goods. Yum!
Ingredients Needed
Get all the info on these ingredients at the bottom of the post.
- Strawberries: You have to love strawberries in jam and they can easily be bought all year round.Â
- Blueberries: The other star of the show, blueberries are a little more tangy in flavor than the sweet strawberry. They balance eachother out perfectly.Â
- White granulated sugar
- Lemon juice: This is what will balance out the berry flavors.Â
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How To Make Mixed Berry Jam
- Add the fresh berries to a large saucepan along with the sugar. You will want to make sure that you have coated the berries in the sugar and let them sit for 15 minutes. Toss every 5 minutes as the sugar starts to dissolve into the fruit juice.
- Once ready, you can put the sauceplan on to a medium heat, and bring the berry mixture to a boul. Cover the pot and allow to simmer for around 15 minutes. You will notice the berrie start to burst.
- Meanwhile, put a plate in the freezer. You will use this to test the conostency of your jam later on in the recipe.
- Turn the heat up to medium-high heat and stir every few minutes until the juices start to thicken and you will notice a few air bubbles. Once the berry mixture has begun to thicken, reduce to a low heat and stir more often. This will stop the jam burning and from sticking to the pan.
- Continue to cook for 30-35 minutes until most of the liquid has evaporated from the berries and it has completely borkwn down in texture. You will notice the mixture will also be at a slow, thick boil. You will notice smaller bubbles. Once you get to this point, add the fresh lemon juice.
- Mix together and then let the jam cook until you reach a thick consistency again. You will want it to be the same consostency as it was before you added the lemon juice. This should take around 5 minutes.
- At this point, the jam should be ready. To test take a small spoonful and place it on the small plate that you placed in the freezer earlier. Put in the refrigerator for a couple of minutes and then take it out and drag your finger through the jam. The jam mixture should hold its shape and not be runny. If it is runny then cook for another 5 minutes.
- Once the jam is ready, remove it from the heat and place it in a mason jar. Once cooled store in the refrigerator and use as you need to.
Recipe Variations
Want to add more berry flavor? You could reduce the amount of the blueberries and strawberries you have used and add in a combination of berries for a different flavor. Be mindful that some berries omit more water than others, so it may change make your jam a little thinner in consistency.
Use honey. Honey is a great substition for the sugar if you want to reduce the amount of sugar in your homemade jam recipe. It will still be sweet, but it won’t have as much sugar. Winner!
Add extra sweetness. You can make a berry and peach jam if you want to add some extra sweetness. It will be a great way to use up some peaches and will work perfectly with the berries.
Extra goodness from chia seeds. You can add some chia seeds to this jam as the perfect way to add extra nutrients to this delicious jam.
Tips & Tricks
- It is worth remembering that if you decide to just use strawberries, or use more strawberries in the recipe than the other berries, there will be more moisture. It will make the jam a little thinner. You can keep cooking it, and it will thicken, but it will likely be a thinner jam in consistency.
- Using fresh berries will give you the best flavor for your mixed berrry jam.
- Using a water bath canner will help you to prolong the life of this simple jam recipe. We used that storage method in our Rhubarb Jam recipe.Â
Storage
Once cooled to room temperature you can then store in the refrigerator. You will be able to keep this fresh for up to 2 weeks. You can also store this in the freezer if you wish. It will last up to 3 months in the freezer. Storing in mason jars makes things easier to keep the jam fresh.
FAQ
How should you prepare the berries before cooking this mixed berry jam?
It is important to wash and prepare your berries. You will need to remove the hull from the strawberries before you chop up and cook everything. Clenaing the berries makes sure their is no dirt on them before you start to make the jam.
Can you use frozen berries?
You can use frozen berries for this recipe, but to get the best possible flavor it is best to use fresh berries. Frozen berries may omit more moisture so it may change the consistency of the jam.
Other jam recipes
- Amish Blackberry Jam – Amish Blackberry Jam is a delicious and simple recipe that has been passed down through generations of Amish families. This jam is made with fresh blackberries, sugar, and a few other key ingredients, and it can be enjoyed on toast, biscuits, or even as a topping for ice cream.
- Easy Rhubarb Jam – Rhubarb jam is a delicious and easy-to-make spread that is perfect for breakfast or as a sweet accompaniment to savory dishes.
- Homemade Orange Marmalade – Orange marmalade is a classic preserve that has been enjoyed for centuries. It is made from fresh oranges, sugar, and water, and has a tangy, bittersweet flavor that is perfect for adding to toast, scones, and other baked goods.Â
Mixed Berry Jam
Ingredients
- 16 ounces Strawberries
- 6 ounces Blueberries
- ½ cup white granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
Instructions
- Add the fresh berries to a large saucepan along with the sugar. You will want to make sure that you have coated the berries in the sugar and let them sit for 15 minutes. Toss every 5 minutes as the sugar starts to dissolve into the fruit juice.
- Once ready, you can put the sauceplan on to a medium heat, and bring the berry mixture to a boul. Cover the pot and allow to simmer for around 15 minutes. You will notice the berrie start to burst.
- Meanwhile, put a plate in the freezer. You will use this to test the conostency of your jam later on in the recipe.
- Turn the heat up to medium-high heat and stir every few minutes until the juices start to thicken and you will notice a few air bubbles. Once the berry mixture has begun to thicken, reduce to a low heat and stir more often. This will stop the jam burning and from sticking to the pan.
- Continue to cook for 30-35 minutes until most of the liquid has evaporated from the berries and it has completely borkwn down in texture. You will notice the mixture will also be at a slow, thick boil. You will notice smaller bubbles. Once you get to this point, add the fresh lemon juice.
- Mix together and then let the jam cook until you reach a thick consistency again. You will want it to be the same consostency as it was before you added the lemon juice. This should take around 5 minutes.
- At this point, the jam should be ready. To test take a small spoonful and place it on the small plate that you placed in the freezer earlier. Put in the refrigerator for a couple of minutes and then take it out and drag your finger through the jam. The jam mixture should hold its shape and not be runny. If it is runny then cook for another 5 minutes.
- Once the jam is ready, remove it from the heat and place it in a mason jar. Once cooled store in the refrigerator and use as you need to.
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