Homemade Strawberry Freezer Jam

Homemade Strawberry Freezer Jam

Ingredients:

2 cups mashed strawberries (about 1 quart of fresh strawberries)
4 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup water
1 packet (1.75 oz) powdered fruit pectin (such as Sure-Jell)
Half-pint or pint-sized freezer-safe containers with lids

Instructions:

Prepare Strawberries:

Wash, hull, and mash strawberries until you have 2 cups of mashed berries. You can use a potato masher or pulse them in a food processor for a chunkier consistency.
Mix Strawberries and Sugar:

In a large bowl, stir together the mashed strawberries and granulated sugar until well combined. Let the mixture stand for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Prepare Pectin Mixture:

In a small saucepan, mix the powdered fruit pectin with water. Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring constantly. Boil and stir for 1 minute.
Combine and Stir:

Pour the hot pectin mixture into the strawberry mixture. Stir continuously for 3 minutes to dissolve the sugar completely and ensure the pectin is well incorporated.
Fill Containers:

Ladle the strawberry jam into clean half-pint or pint-sized freezer-safe containers, leaving about 1/2 inch of space at the top for expansion during freezing. Wipe any spills or drips from the container rims.
Seal and Store:

Cover the containers with lids and let them stand at room temperature for 24 hours to allow the jam to set.
Freeze:

After 24 hours, transfer the containers to the freezer. The jam can be stored in the freezer for up to 1 year.
Thaw and Enjoy:

To use the jam, thaw it in the refrigerator. Once thawed, it will keep in the refrigerator for several weeks.
This homemade strawberry freezer jam is delicious on toast, biscuits, pancakes, or stirred into yogurt. Enjoy the fresh taste of strawberries year-round with this easy-to-make jam!