Mixed Berry Jam

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Mixed Berry Jam
25 min.
5
694kcal

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Indulge in the delightful taste of homemade Mixed Berry Jam, a vibrant and versatile condiment that will elevate your breakfast and dessert game! This easy-to-make jam is not only bursting with the natural sweetness of strawberries and raspberries, but it also caters to a variety of dietary preferences, being vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP.

In just 25 minutes, you can create a luscious spread that captures the essence of summer berries, perfect for slathering on toast, dolloping on pancakes, or even adding a fruity twist to your favorite desserts. The combination of fresh fruit, zesty lemon peel, and a touch of pectin ensures a beautifully thick consistency that will have your taste buds dancing with joy.

Whether you're hosting a brunch or simply treating yourself to a sweet snack, this Mixed Berry Jam is sure to impress. Plus, with the ability to refrigerate for up to three weeks or freeze for a year, you can enjoy the taste of summer all year round. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and let the magic of homemade jam transform your culinary creations!

Ingredients

  • cup strawberries whole crushed (1 pint berries)
  • cup raspberries whole crushed (1 pint berries)
  • cups sugar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon lemon zest grated
  • tablespoon juice of lemon 
  • ounces premium fruit pectin 

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Mix berries and sugar in large glass or plastic bowl.
  2. Let stand at room temperature about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sugar is dissolved.
  3. Mix in lemon peel, lemon juice and pectin. Stir 3 to 5 minutes or until slightly thickened.
  4. Spoon mixture into freezer containers, leaving 1/2-inch headspace. Seal immediately.
  5. Let stand at room temperature until set, about 24 hours. Refrigerate up to 3 weeks, or freeze up to 1 year (thaw in refrigerator or at room temperature before serving). Use as a spread or in desserts.

Nutrition Facts

Calories694kcal
Protein0.3%
Fat1%
Carbs98.7%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27.22
Glycemic Load
112.69
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
4.2086956960999%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
11.47mg
Petunidin
0.11mg
Delphinidin
0.41mg
Malvidin
0.03mg
Pelargonidin
7.39mg
Peonidin
0.04mg
Catechin
1.21mg
Epigallocatechin
0.34mg
Epicatechin
0.97mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.04mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.16mg
Eriodictyol
0.15mg
Hesperetin
0.43mg
Naringenin
0.12mg
Kaempferol
0.16mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.58mg
Gallocatechin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:693.73kcal
34.69%
Fat:0.81g
1.25%
Saturated Fat:0.02g
0.12%
Carbohydrates:180.04g
60.01%
Net Carbohydrates:176.41g
64.15%
Sugar:162.23g
180.26%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:36.19mg
1.57%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.55g
1.09%
Vitamin C:24.64mg
29.87%
Manganese:0.29mg
14.53%
Fiber:3.63g
14.52%
Copper:0.12mg
5.94%
Iron:0.83mg
4.6%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.33%
Folate:12.75µg
3.19%
Potassium:88.1mg
2.52%
Vitamin K:2.51µg
2.39%
Magnesium:9.4mg
2.35%
Vitamin E:0.3mg
1.98%
Selenium:1.13µg
1.61%
Zinc:0.24mg
1.59%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.51%
Phosphorus:14.48mg
1.45%
Vitamin B5:0.14mg
1.38%
Calcium:13.85mg
1.38%
Vitamin B3:0.26mg
1.3%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.12%