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Homemade Strawberry Rhubarb Jam

Delicious Homemade Strawberry Rhubarb Jam You Can’t Resist

This Homemade Strawberry Rhubarb Jam is a delightful blend of sweet strawberries and tart rhubarb, making it a perfect topping for breakfast or desserts.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Maceration Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Sauces
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Jam
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries Hulled and sliced
  • 2 cups fresh rhubarb Chopped
  • 1-2 cups granulated sugar Adjust for sweetness
  • 1 cup fresh lemon juice From one lemon

Equipment

  • large heavy-bottomed pot
  • wooden spoon
  • sterilized glass jars

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the fruit by washing and hulling the strawberries, then slicing them into quarters. Chop the rhubarb into pieces of similar size.
  2. Add sugar and lemon juice to the pot with the fruit, gently mixing to coat the fruit evenly.
  3. Let the mixture macerate for about 10 minutes at room temperature.
  4. Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently, until it simmers, about 5-10 minutes.
  5. Gently boil the mixture for approximately 40 minutes, stirring often.
  6. Test for set by placing a small amount on a chilled plate.
  7. Jar the jam into sterilized jars, leaving headspace, and seal.
  8. Store or enjoy the jam, either fresh in the fridge or processed for longer shelf life.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 14gPotassium: 30mgSugar: 12gVitamin C: 15mg

Notes

This jam is perfect for spreading on toast or as a topping for desserts. Keep refrigerated for up to 3 weeks, or process it for long-term storage.

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