Description
A fragrant and sticky sweet raspberry jam that combines the tartness of fresh raspberries with sugar and a hint of lemon, perfect for spreading on biscuits or drizzling over desserts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh raspberries
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- Optional: 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients.
- Prepare the raspberries by washing gently and draining well.
- In a large saucepan, combine raspberries and sugar, stirring over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and the mixture bubbles for about 10-15 minutes.
- Add the lemon juice and vanilla extract, stirring to enhance flavor.
- Test for consistency by dripping onto a chilled plate; if it thickens, it’s ready; if not, cook for another 5-10 minutes.
- Pour hot jam into sterilized jars, seal them, and invert for 5 minutes to create a vacuum seal.
- Let cool at room temperature before storing in the fridge.
Notes
Use fresh, ripe raspberries for the best flavor, and avoid overcooking to prevent bitterness. Experiment with spices for added warmth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: raspberry jam, homemade jam, fruit spread, summer recipes