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    PUBLISHED: May 10, 2017 · UPDATED: Sep 26, 2018 by Precious · This post may contain affiliate links · 24 Comments

    MIXED BERRY JAM

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    One of my favourite things about spring is seeing lots of fruits in season at the grocery store. They are usually so cheap! So when I saw berries the other day for half the usual price, I couldn't resist buying! I love when I have all the berries at home. They often find their way to my breakfast plate. Sometimes on French toast, sometimes on pancakes... they are always there, mostly coated with a good helping of natural maple syrup. Love them!

    picture of berries

    If they do not appear fresh on the breakfast table, they appear as a jam. A homemade mixed berry jam oozing with fruity sweetness and a bit of tart. Life is good!

    I never buy jam from the grocery store because of the loads of added sugar. I love making mine so I can see what exactly goes into it. Then I can use a spoon to scoop some directly from the pot and feed myself.

    To make this mixed berry jam, you need berries, of course. You also need some sugar and lemon (see recipe below for quantities).

    berry jam ingredients

    Note that this homemade berry jam is without pectin, a common jam ingredient. It is so easy to make. All you need to do is rinse all your berries then cut the strawberries into halves or quarters. Place them in a large pot, add some freshly squeezed lemon juice and sugar. Mix everything together and let it rest for a few minutes.

    mixed berry recipe

    Then cook on medium heat until the berries begin dissolving and form a jam. You could use a wooden spoon or potato masher to mash the berries once they start cooking.

    mixed berry jam ready

    You know it is ready when it has a gel-like consistency.

    mixed berry jam texture

    Seriously, my girls and I can't help it. We find ourselves eating the jam as it is, directly from the pot or jar one time too many. You could imitate us or you could put yours on bread and butter, pancakes, crepes or anything that makes your soul happy. Yum!

    how to eat jam

    And if any jam makes it to the finish line, put it in an airtight container and place in the fridge.

    mixed berry jam for pinterest

    Some really cool people sterilise containers and keep their jam in them so they can keep it for a very long time. I am not one of them. But if you would love to preserve your jam for long-term use, check out this post.

    Hope you enjoy the recipe!

    Mixed Berry Jam

    You would want to put this mixed berry jam on everything!
    4.67 from 3 votes
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    Course: Breakfast, Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes
    Total Time: 35 minutes
    Servings: 16 servings
    Calories: 80kcal
    Author: Precious

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups strawberries
    • 2 cups blueberries
    • 2 cups raspberries
    • 2 cups blackberries
    • 1 cup granulated sugar
    • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice

    Instructions

    • Rinse the berries then cut strawberries into halves or quarters. Place them in a large pot then add lemon juice and sugar. Mix everything well and let them rest for 5 minutes.
    • Bring the berries to boil on high heat then reduce heat to medium and let the berries simmer while stirring from time to time. If you like, use a potato masher to mash the berries as they simmer. The jam is ready when it has a gel-like consistency. Let it cool then place in a jar to preserve.

    Notes

    Use more sugar if you like. I often use less sugar in my recipes.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 80kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 96mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 56IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 0.3mg
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    Comments

    1. itunu says

      May 11, 2017 at 4:30 pm

      This looks so yum! Girl I'm glad I found your page so that in the nearest future...I can start working out these mouth watering recipes. Haha
      Well done Presh! xx

      Reply
      • Precious says

        May 11, 2017 at 9:57 pm

        And I'm glad I found yours too!
        Can't wait to see you cook something from here!

        Reply
    2. Bisola says

      May 11, 2017 at 6:43 pm

      This looks so delicious and healthier than those ones in the shops. Almost make me feel like making one too. However the berries aren't cheap here in Nigeria, that is when you even manage to find them.

      Reply
      • Precious says

        May 11, 2017 at 9:59 pm

        Yes, it's much healthier! Most fruits in season could be used in making jam. So good!

        Reply
    3. Nora Gouma says

      May 12, 2017 at 12:48 pm

      Sounds very delicious, I love it, would love to try it very soon, thank you for sharing!!!

      xxx

      http://www.noragouma.com

      Reply
      • Precious says

        May 12, 2017 at 11:49 pm

        Thanks Nora!

        Reply
    4. Sydney says

      July 05, 2017 at 1:49 pm

      I just made this and it is so delicious!!

      If canning, it makes about 4 1/2 pint jars!

      Reply
      • Precious says

        July 05, 2017 at 7:14 pm

        Awww thank you so much for the feedback, Sydney!
        And thanks for the detailed information on canning. Enjoy!

        Reply
    5. Belinda says

      November 11, 2017 at 2:00 pm

      Hi Precious! I have tried the jam recipe and it has turned out great!! unbelievable! what seemed to me as rocket science is doable! Thank you &God's blessings Precious.

      Reply
      • Precious says

        November 13, 2017 at 12:22 pm

        God's blessings to you too Belinda! God's blessings to you too.

        Reply
    6. Kimberly says

      September 01, 2018 at 9:58 pm

      Can I add pectin to this recipe? What would that do? Sorry! I'm new to jam-making. 🙂

      Reply
      • Precious says

        September 02, 2018 at 9:38 pm

        Hi Kimberly, yes you could add pectin if you wish. Pectin helps give it the jelly like texture and reduces the cooking time. But I find that it is great without pectin. Hope this helps.

        Reply
    7. Kimberly says

      September 02, 2018 at 12:55 am

      One more question, how long can this jam stay good for refrigerated?

      Reply
      • Precious says

        September 02, 2018 at 9:40 pm

        It could last for up to 6 months.

        Reply
    8. Angel says

      December 23, 2018 at 8:49 pm

      I just made this and it is sooooo good!! It has the perfect balance—Not too sweet and enough amount of tang. Were giving it as Christmas presents and keeping a bottle for ourselves. Thanks for sharing and Merry Christmas! 🙂

      Reply
      • Precious says

        December 24, 2018 at 3:12 pm

        So glad to hear that, Angel! Giving it out as gifts is such a great idea. Thanks for coming back to let me know. Have a wonderful Christmas!

        Reply

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