Description
Capture the essence of summer with this delightful huckleberry jam that’s perfect for toasts, pastries, and more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups Fresh Huckleberries
- 2 cups Granulated Sugar
- 1/4 cup Lemon Juice
- 1 packet Pectin (or 1.75 oz)
- 1/4 cup Water
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Rinse huckleberries under cool running water, drain, and remove stems.
- Macerate the Berries: Combine huckleberries with 1 cup of sugar in a bowl and let sit for 15-30 minutes.
- Cook the Mixture: In a saucepan, combine macerated huckleberries with lemon juice, water, and remaining sugar; bring to a boil.
- Add Pectin: Sprinkle in pectin and stir constantly until dissolved, about 2-3 minutes.
- Boil: Achieve a rolling boil and keep boiling for about 10 minutes.
- Check the Consistency: Drop a spoonful on a cold plate; if it holds shape, it’s ready.
- Jar It Up: Ladle hot jam into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace, and secure lids tightly.
- Process for Preservation (optional): Process jars in boiling water bath for about 10 minutes.
- Chill and Store: Cool jars at room temperature and store in a cool, dark place.
Notes
For a lower-sugar option, consider a sugar substitute designed for canning. Ensure proper sealing of jars for long-term storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Preserves
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: huckleberry jam, fruit preserves, summer recipes