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Homemade Blueberry Jam Recipe Without Pectin

This easy blueberry jam recipe uses just 4 ingredients and no pectin to make a homemade jam that's sweet and spreadable with lots of blueberry flavor.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 16 servings
Course: Jam / Jelly
Cuisine: American
Calories: 69
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups fresh blueberries about 1.5 pounds
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional

Method
 

  1. Rinse blueberries thoroughly and remove any stems or damaged berries.
  2. In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, combine blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Stir gently to coat the berries.
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently to prevent sticking or scorching.
  4. Once boiling, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally. The mixture will thicken as water evaporates.
  5. Test jam readiness by placing a small amount on a chilled plate. If it wrinkles when pushed with your finger after 30 seconds, it's ready.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract if using.
  7. Skim off any foam that has formed on the surface.
  8. Ladle hot jam into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4-inch headspace.
  9. Wipe jar rims clean, seal with lids and bands, and process in a water bath for 10 minutes (optional for longer storage).

Nutrition

Calories: 69kcalCarbohydrates: 18gFiber: 1gSugar: 16g
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