Fabulous Homemade Jams

May 14, 2019

Photo by Kelsey Hansen / Prop Styling by Audrey Davis / Food Styling by Margaret Dickey

Homemade fruit jam recipes make tasty toppers for toast, muffins, and more. Make a batch this season to enjoy all year long.

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Fresh Raspberry-Vanilla Preserves

Photo: Jennifer Causey Styling: Graham Yelton

Fresh Raspberry-Vanilla Preserves Recipe

Reducing the first press of the macerated raspberry mixture before adding the rest intensifies the raspberry flavor. Kiwis are naturally very high in pectin--just one will thicken the preserves nicely.

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Strawberry-Ginger-Chia Jam

Photo: Jennifer Causey Styling: Claire Spollen

Strawberry-Ginger-Chia Jam Recipe
Canning and preserving this fruit-filled chia jam is super easy. Strawberries, rhubarb, and ginger pack serious flavor with minimal effort. Once prepared, serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.

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Tomato-Ginger Jam

Photo: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Lindsey Lower

Tomato-Ginger Jam Recipe

Refrigerate this tasty tomato and ginger-flavored jam for up to 2 months.

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Blackberry Chambord Jam

Photo: Courtesy Taunton Press

Blackberry Chambord Jam Recipe

This jam blends blackberries and Chambord, a black raspberry liqueur that brings out the flavor of the fruit.

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Strawberry-Riesling Jam

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Lindsey Lower

Strawberry-Riesling Jam Recipe
Discover for yourself why this adult jam is rated 5-stars by our users.

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Peach Cinnamon Jam

Photo: Ryan Benyi; Styling: Elizabeth Blake

Peach Cinnamon Jam Recipe
Capture the flavor of fresh peaches at their peak with Peach Cinnamon Jam.

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Pomegranate and Pear Jam

Pomegranate and Pear Jam Recipe
Our users love this easy recipe and use it in their holiday gift baskets to rave reviews each year. The hint of fresh rosemary makes this topper a winner on pork dishes.

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Strawberry-Lemonade Jam

Photo: Hector Sanchez; Styling: Caroline M. Cunningham

Strawberry-Lemonade Jam Recipe
This sweet-tart jam does double duty as a base for savory sides and entrees.

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Black and Blue Jam

Photo: Brian Woodcock; Styling: Caroline M. Cunningham

Black and Blue Jam Recipe
This rich berry jam keeps in the refrigerator up to 1 month.

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Strawberry Raspberry Jam

Annabelle Breakey

Strawberry Raspberry Jam Recipe
Lovers of strawberry jam will jump for joy at this new twist. Adding tart raspberries to sweet strawberries gives this jam an added depth of flavor and an even richer color.

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Mixed-Berry Jam

Photo: © Frances Janisch

Mixed-Berry Jam Recipe
Strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries combine to make this ruby-hued jam. Aside from the fruit, sugar and lemon are the only other ingredients you need.

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Frozen Strawberry Freezer Jam

Photo: William Dickey; Styling: Cari South

Frozen Strawberry Freezer Jam Recipe
This is a great jam to make any time of year. Start with frozen strawberries and you'll soon find yourself with delicious homemade jam.

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Peach-Raspberry-Lavender Jam

Scott Peterson

Peach-Raspberry-Lavender Jam Recipe
Lavender adds a floral note, but you can omit it if you like.

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Raspberry-Almond Jam

Becky Luigart-Stayner

Raspberry-Almond Jam Recipe
This bright, fruity jam, a tasty topping for toast, is also good stirred into oatmeal or layered with ice cream for a quick parfait.

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Strawberry Cordial Jam

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Cindy Barr

Strawberry Cordial Jam Recipe
Add liqueur to this jam for flavor that's reminiscent of an old-fashioned cordial. If you prefer, substitute 2 tablespoons black currant syrup plus 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice for the liqueur. Keep this refrigerated for up to one month.

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Strawberry-Port Jam

Strawberry-Port Jam Recipe
Fresh isn't always best. Frozen strawberries work best in this easy recipe and tend to hold their shape better than fresh berries.

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Green Tomato-Blueberry Jam

Green Tomato-Blueberry Jam Recipe
Green tomatoes make a surprise showing in this berry-laden jam. Cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of lemon round out the bold flavor combination.

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Double Berry Freezer Jam

Photo: William Dickey; Styling: Cari South

Double Berry Freezer Jam Recipe
This easy freezer jam recipe uses fresh blackberries and strawberries, but other seasonal berries may be substituted.

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Fig and Lime Jam

Photo: Gentl & Hyers; Styling: Kendra Smoot

Fig and Lime Jam Recipe
Three ingredients and a little time are all you need to make this flavorful jam. The sweet figs cut the tartness of the limes, creating a balanced flavor that is oh-so delicious.

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Ruby Skillet Fruity Jam

Ruby Skillet Fruity Jam Recipe
Save the tastes of summer by making your own jam with fresh nectarines and berries. The jam keeps for up to a month in your fridge, so you'll always be ready when the craving for croissants hits.

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Fresh Strawberry Jam

Jim Bathie; Jan Gautro

Fresh Strawberry Jam Recipe
You don't need to bring out the canning equipment for this jam. A simple saucepan and fresh ingredients are all you need to preserve rich summer flavor.

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Small-Batch Fig Jam

Photo: James Ransom; Styling: Claire Spollen

Small-Batch Fig Jam Recipe

Consider this jam a "refrigerator preserve," but you can process it for canning, if you wish. Enjoy it spread on whole-grain bread or scones.

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Foolproof Strawberry Jam

Photo: Aaron Kirk; Prop Styling: Christina Daley; Food Styling: Robin Bashinsky

Foolproof Strawberry Jam Recipe

Have an abundance of perfectly ripe strawberries on your hands? Sounds like you’re ready to make jam. We know what you’re thinking—but trust us, making your own strawberry jam at home is surprisingly easy, especially with this foolproof recipe in hand. The ingredient list is concise, but every element plays an important role. Adding water at the beginning of the cooking process keeps your sugar from burning before the berries can begin to release their juices; however, the water evaporates as the jam simmers, so it doesn’t dilute the final product. Meanwhile, utilizing pectin to thicken the jam allows you to encapsulate some of the strawberries’ fresh vibrancy, rather than having to extensively stew the berries down to reach a rich, jammy consistency. Red wine vinegar brightens the strawberry jam’s flavor without making it distinctly tangy. And a finishing touch of butter takes care of the little white air bubbles that can make a jam cloudy. Your completed homemade jam can provide a welcome burst of farm-fresh berry flavor to any number of foods; try it on biscuits or toast, spooned over oatmeal or ice cream, drizzled onto waffles or pound cake, whisked into a vinaigrette, or dolloped onto a cheese board. And for a herbaceous flavor variation on your next batch of strawberry jam, try adding 3-4 sprigs of an herb like basil, mint, tarragon, or thyme to the jam while it cooks (simply remove and discard the herbs before jarring).

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Blueberry-Ginger Jam

Photo: Kelsey Hansen; Food Styling: Margaret Dickey and Ivy Odom; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis

Blueberry-Ginger Jam Recipe

This vibrant jam recipe is the perfect way to preserve a bounty of summer blueberries and enjoy long after their season is over. The fresh ginger adds a delightful pop of flavor, but isn’t overpowering. Serve your homemade blueberry jam on a hearty slab of toast, spooned over warm biscuits or pancakes, or alongside a wheel of Brie.

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Balsamic Cranberry-Onion Jam

Jennifer Causey

Balsamic Cranberry-Onion Jam Recipe

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Skillet Mixed Berry Jam

Photo by Kelsey Hansen / Prop Styling by Audrey Davis / Food Styling by Margaret Dickey

Skillet Mixed Berry Jam Recipe
Braving the heat is worth it

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Peach Bourbon Jam

Peach Bourbon Jam Recipe
Homemade for the win

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Photo: Greg DuPree; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke; Food Styling: Cat Steele

Recipe

Active 40 min. - Total 1 hour

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Microwave Strawberry Meyer Lemon Jam

Photo: Jeffery Cross; Styling: Emma Star Jensen

Microwave Strawberry Meyer Lemon Jam Recipe

You don't need any canning equipment to make fresh jam--this recipe calls for just 15 minutes and a microwave. Low in sugar, the jam gets an exciting lift from Meyer lemon. It keeps in the refrigerator up to 6 weeks.

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Skillet Mixed Berry Jam

Photo by Kelsey Hansen / Prop Styling by Audrey Davis / Food Styling by Margaret Dickey

Skillet Mixed Berry Jam Recipe
Braving the heat is worth it

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Fabulous Homemade Jams

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Fresh Raspberry-Vanilla Preserves

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Strawberry-Ginger-Chia Jam

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Tomato-Ginger Jam

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Blackberry Chambord Jam

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Strawberry-Riesling Jam

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Peach Cinnamon Jam

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Pomegranate and Pear Jam

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Strawberry-Lemonade Jam

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Black and Blue Jam

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Strawberry Raspberry Jam

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Mixed-Berry Jam

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Frozen Strawberry Freezer Jam

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Peach-Raspberry-Lavender Jam

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Raspberry-Almond Jam

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Strawberry Cordial Jam

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Strawberry-Port Jam

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Green Tomato-Blueberry Jam

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Double Berry Freezer Jam

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Fig and Lime Jam

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Ruby Skillet Fruity Jam

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Fresh Strawberry Jam

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Small-Batch Fig Jam

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Foolproof Strawberry Jam

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Blueberry-Ginger Jam

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Balsamic Cranberry-Onion Jam

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Skillet Mixed Berry Jam

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