Strawberry jam

Cookinero 25 Aug 2025

By preparing strawberry jam according to the recipe, you can get an ideal product as a sweetener for many dishes (cottage cheese, pancakes, fritters, oatmeal, etc.), a filling for various baked goods and a tasty way to improve your mood. Strawberries do not lose their properties after heat treatment, and therefore jam made from them is not only tasty, but also healthy no less than fresh strawberries.

How to cook Strawberry jam

Step 1

Strawberry jam

Prepare the strawberries. Place the berries in a deep bowl. Mash them until smooth. Place the mashed strawberries in a saucepan (not metal).

Step 2

Strawberry jam

Cook the first batch. Pour all the sugar into the strawberry puree. Bring to a boil, constantly stirring the strawberry-sugar mixture. When it boils, reduce the heat to medium and cook for another 5 minutes. Remove from heat, cover with a napkin and leave in a cool place for 8 hours.

Step 3

Strawberry jam

Finish the cooking process. After 8 hours, put the almost ready jam back on the fire. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to minimum and cook for 5 minutes. Don't forget to stir constantly. Remove from heat, set aside to cool.

Step 4

Strawberry jam

Preserve the jam. Pour the jam into sterilized jars, roll up the lids. Let the jars cool completely, then put them in a cool place.

Strawberry jam - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes, you can use frozen strawberries. Thaw them completely, drain any excess liquid, then mash and proceed with the recipe as usual.
Properly sealed and sterilized jars can last up to 1 year in a cool, dark place. Once opened, store in the refrigerator and consume within 1 month.
Yes, but sugar acts as a preservative. Reducing it may shorten shelf life. For a healthier option, try natural sweeteners like honey or stevia, adjusting to taste.
Simmer it longer to thicken, or add a natural thickener like chia seeds or pectin. Ensure it cools completely before checking consistency.
Yes, the recipe is naturally vegan as it contains only strawberries and sugar. Just ensure any alternative sweeteners used are vegan-friendly.
Use it as a pancake topping, swirl into yogurt, mix into oatmeal, or as a filling for pastries and thumbprint cookies.
The resting period helps develop flavor and texture. Skipping it may result in less concentrated taste, but you can proceed if short on time.
Yes, but cook in a larger pot to prevent overflow. Cooking times may slightly increase, so monitor consistency closely.
Discard if you see mold, off smells, or an unusual color. Fermentation (bubbles or sour smell) also indicates spoilage.

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