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Quick berry jam in a glass jar on a wooden counter with fresh berries, lemon, stone backsplash, and red buffalo check kitchen curtains
Jana Rae

Quick Berry Jam

This quick berry jam is made with frozen berries, sugar, and lemon juice and cooks in just 5 minutes on the stove. No pectin, small batch, and perfect for toast or oatmeal.
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Prep Time 1 minute
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 6 minutes
Servings: 4 (about 2 tablespoons per serving)
Course: condiment
Cuisine: American
Calories: 30
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup frozen berries mixed berries, strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Method
 

  1. Add the frozen berries, sugar, and lemon juice to a small saucepan.
  2. Place over medium heat and bring to a gentle simmer.
  3. Stir occasionally as the berries soften and release their juices.
  4. Continue simmering for about 5 minutes, gently mashing the berries with a spoon until thickened.
  5. Remove from heat and let cool slightly — the jam will thicken more as it cools.

Notes

Texture & Thickness

  • This jam is soft-set and spoonable, not firm like canned jam.
  • If you want it thicker, simmer 1–2 minutes longer.
  • If it gets too thick, add 1–2 teaspoons water and stir.
 

Storage

  • Store in a covered container in the refrigerator.
  • Keeps well for 5–7 days.
  • Not intended for long-term canning or shelf storage.