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Easy 3-Ingredient Raspberry Jam (No Pectin Needed)

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Make this simple, homemade raspberry jam using only three ingredients. This recipe thickens naturally without added pectin, providing a vibrant, fresh berry spread perfect for toast or baking.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh or frozen raspberries
  • 3 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Combine the raspberries and sugar in a large, heavy-bottomed pot. Let the mixture sit for 30 minutes to allow the sugar to draw out the fruit juices.
  2. Place the pot over medium-high heat. Stir constantly until the sugar dissolves completely and the mixture begins to boil.
  3. Add the lemon juice. Continue to boil, stirring frequently to prevent scorching, until the jam reaches 220 degrees Fahrenheit on a candy thermometer, or until it passes the cold plate test (a small dollop placed on a chilled plate wrinkles when pushed). This usually takes 15 to 25 minutes.
  4. Remove the pot from the heat. Skim off any foam that forms on the surface using a spoon.
  5. Ladle the hot jam into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Wipe the rims clean.
  6. Process the jars in a boiling water bath canner for 10 minutes, adjusting for altitude if necessary, for shelf-stable storage. Alternatively, let the jars cool on the counter for refrigerator storage.

Notes

  • For a seedless raspberry jam, press the cooked mixture through a fine-mesh sieve before adding the lemon juice and returning it to the heat.
  • To test for the set without a thermometer, place a small plate in your freezer before starting. After boiling for 15 minutes, place a teaspoon of jam onto the cold plate. Return it to the freezer for one minute. If the jam wrinkles when you push it with your finger, it is ready.
  • This recipe makes a small batch, perfect for beginners or for immediate fresh use in the refrigerator for up to three weeks.

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