{"id":23008,"date":"2023-06-27T10:14:43","date_gmt":"2023-06-27T17:14:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.grandpacooks.com\/recipes\/?p=23008"},"modified":"2023-06-27T10:14:43","modified_gmt":"2023-06-27T17:14:43","slug":"freezer-jam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.grandpacooks.com\/recipes\/freezer-jam\/","title":{"rendered":"Freezer Jam"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wprm-recipe-summary wprm-block-text-normal\">Freezer jam is an easy and delicious way to preserve the flavor of summer fruit without any heat needed!<\/div>\n<div id=\"wprm-print-recipe-0\" class=\"wprm-print-recipe wprm-print-recipe-130062\" data-recipe-id=\"130062\" data-servings=\"48\" data-recipe-unit-system=\"1\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-basic\">\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-author-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-author-label\">Author <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-author wprm-block-text-normal\">Brandie @ The Country Cook<\/span><\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-ingredients-no-images wprm-recipe-130062-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"130062\" data-servings=\"48\">\n<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-ingredients-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\">Ingredients<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\">\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" data-uid=\"0\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\"><span class=\"wprm-adjustable\">1 1\/2<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">pounds<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">fresh fruit<\/span>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\">\n<li data-uid=\"0\">This recipe specifically used strawberries<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">, tops sliced off and cut in half<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\"><span class=\"wprm-adjustable\">4<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">granulated sugar<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\"><span class=\"wprm-adjustable\">1<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">vanilla extract<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\"><span class=\"wprm-adjustable\">1\/2<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">water<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\"><span class=\"wprm-adjustable\">1.75<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">ounce<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">packet powdered fruit pectin<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">(like Sure-Jell or Certo)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-130062-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"130062\">\n<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\">Instructions<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Place strawberries into a food processor and pulse them about 8-10 times to break them up. You still want to see some chunks (unless you want your jam to be super smooth). After they have been processed, you should end up with about 2 \u00bd cups of crushed strawberries.<\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Place the crushed strawberries into a large bowl and add the sugar, 1 cup at a time, to the strawberries. Stir to combine; once the sugar is fully stirred in, add another cup and stir again. Continue this process until you\u2019ve used all the sugar.<\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Then stir in the vanilla extract. Let the strawberry mixture sit for about 10 minutes, then give it another stir. Note: this part of the process can take up to 2 hours. You\u2019ll need to stir every 10-15 minutes to ensure it all gets dissolved. You can test it by putting a tiny bit of the liquid between your fingers, and if you feel any graininess, it\u2019s not ready yet.<\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Once the sugar is dissolved you can move onto the next step.<\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">In a small sauce pan, whisk together the water and the fruit pectin. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Once at a full boil, allow it to boil for a full minute while stirring constantly then take off the heat.<\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Add the pectin mixture to the strawberries in the bowl and stir it in well.<\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Lay out the clean jelly jars and pour in the strawberry jam evenly into each of them; leaving at least \u00bd inch headroom at the top of the jar as the mixture may expand when frozen.<\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Wipe the rim of the jars with a clean kitchen towel or paper towel and the lids and screw on the bands.<\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Let the jars sit out at room temperature for about 4 hours to cool completely, then place them in the refrigerator. They will keep in the fridge for up to 4 weeks or freeze for up to a year.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-notes-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\">Notes<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Please refer to my FAQ\u2019s and ingredient list above for other substitutions or for the answers to the most common questions<\/li>\n<li>This is a thinner jam with chunky strawberries in it compared to our other jam recipes I have shared.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li>You have to use fresh strawberries, frozen ones won&#8217;t turn out properly.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li>No food processor, no problem! Just use a potato masher to mash it all up.<\/li>\n<li>If you want to preserve this, check out the instructions I shared a link to in the FAQ section.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li>This lasts for about a month in the fridge, or 6 months in the freezer.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li>Don&#8217;t cut down on the sugar, you need it to help set correctly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-nutrition-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\">Nutrition<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-container wprm-nutrition-label-container-simple wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\">72<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\">kcal<\/span><\/span> | <span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\">19<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\">g<\/span><\/span> | <span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\">0.1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\">g<\/span><\/span> | <span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\">0.1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\">g<\/span><\/span> | <span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\">0.003<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\">g<\/span><\/span> | <span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\">0.02<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\">g<\/span><\/span> | <span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\">0.01<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\">g<\/span><\/span> | <span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\">mg<\/span><\/span> | <span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\">22<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\">mg<\/span><\/span> | <span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\">0.4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\">g<\/span><\/span> | <span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\">17<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\">g<\/span><\/span> | <span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\">IU<\/span><\/span> | <span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\">8<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\">mg<\/span><\/span> | <span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\">mg<\/span><\/span> | <span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\">0.1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\">mg<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"wprm-print-footer\">\n<p>Recipe courtesy of www.thecountrycook.net<\/p>\n<p>Modified (and untested) by GrandpaCooks.&nbsp; Preferably use Strawberries.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:<\/h2>\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1684596316112\" class=\"schema-faq-section\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What\u2019s the difference between freezer jam and regular jam?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Unlike regular jams, freezer jam does not need to be cooked on the stove. Note: It\u2019s called freezer jam but it doesn\u2019t have to be frozen. You can keep it in your refrigerator. Freezer jam also typically contains chunks of fruit since it\u2019s not boiled.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1684596452284\" class=\"schema-faq-section\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Do you have to boil jars for freezer jam? <\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Only if you plan on preserving them to store in your pantry. But it is obviously a good idea to use clean cars with new lids and rings. I just clean all my jars in the dishwasher before using.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1684607864564\" class=\"schema-faq-section\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is pectin necessary for freezer jam? <\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes. You can usually find pectin in the baking aisle near other cake supplies or if your store has an aisle dedicated to canning and preserving, you\u2019ll find it there. Look for a box of dry powdered pectin (see my ingredient image below so you\u2019ll have an idea of what to look for). Pectin can also be purchased <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/44ahYUQ\">online.<\/a> If you\u2019re in the United States, the two most common brands are Certo and Sure-Jell.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1684611820234\" class=\"schema-faq-section\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I make this sugar free? <\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">You can certainly buy pectin that is specifically made for jams that will be lower in sugar or no sugar. However, I have never made this with any sugar substitutes so I\u2019m not really familiar with the options. My guess is it is certainly possible, I\u2019ve just never tested it. If you have recommendations, please leave them in the comments below!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1684607895971\" class=\"schema-faq-section\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I preserve this freezer jam? <\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Sure, you can process this longer storage. Use the directions here for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ballmasonjars.com\/canning-and-preserving-101.html\">proper canning procedures<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1684611662632\" class=\"schema-faq-section\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How long does freezer jam last? <\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">This strawberry freezer jam will keep in the fridge for up to 3-4 weeks, or the freezer for up to 6 months.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1684611773604\" class=\"schema-faq-section\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Why is this jam thinner? <\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">This freezer jam may be a bit thinner than you might expect. Like most freezer jams, they are not super thick because the strawberries are not cooked down with pectin and sugar to thicken the mixture. By avoiding boiling the berries, the jam retains a super fresh and fruity taste.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1684613018154\" class=\"schema-faq-section\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What if I don\u2019t have a food processor? <\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No worries, instead use a potato masher to mash the strawberries up a bit. It will just take a bit longer. I don\u2019t recommend a blender since most blenders tend to chop up what is only on the bottom and may not crush them up evenly but use your best judgement.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1684612313314\" class=\"schema-faq-section\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I use frozen berries? <\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Unfortunately, it won\u2019t work well with this particular recipe. Frozen strawberries have too much moisture and wouldn\u2019t let this jam set properly since we\u2019re not cooking it on the stove like a traditional jam. If you want to use frozen berries, try my other <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thecountrycook.net\/homemade-strawberry-jam-with-fresh-or-frozen-berries\/\">Strawberry Jam<\/a> which can be made with fresh or frozen strawberries and uses Jell-O instead of pectin.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1687543350966\" class=\"schema-faq-section\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How much jam does this make?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">This will make about 4 1\/2 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.containerstore.com\/s\/kitchen\/food-storage\/jars\/le-parfait-glass-jam-jars\/123d?productId=11004576\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">(11 ounce) jelly jars<\/a> or a little over 6 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Ball-Jar-Quilted-Crystal-Jelly\/dp\/B01LYV6CWZ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">(8 ounce) jelly jars<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">INGREDIENTS NEEDED: (SEE RECIPE CARD BELOW FOR THE FULL RECIPE)<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>fresh strawberries<\/strong> \u2013 as I state above, it needs to be fresh strawberries. Please see my other jam recipes if you want to use frozen.<\/li>\n<li><strong>granulated sugar<\/strong> \u2013 Please see my FAQ above about sugar substitutes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>vanilla extract<\/strong> \u2013 this just adds a layer of flavor but you can leave it out or use strawberry extract.<\/li>\n<li><strong>powdered fruit pectin <\/strong>\u2013 I haven\u2019t tried this with liquid pectin. I\u2019m sure it would work but I am not sure of the conversions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Freezer jam is an easy and delicious way to preserve the flavor of summer fruit without any heat needed! &nbsp; Author Brandie @ The Country Cook &nbsp; Ingredients 1 1\/2 pounds fresh fruit This recipe specifically used strawberries, tops sliced off and cut in half 4 cups granulated sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1\/2 cup &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.grandpacooks.com\/recipes\/freezer-jam\/\" class=\"more-link\">Continue reading<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> &#8220;Freezer Jam&#8221;<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-23008","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-grandpas-private-collection"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.grandpacooks.com\/recipes\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23008","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.grandpacooks.com\/recipes\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.grandpacooks.com\/recipes\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.grandpacooks.com\/recipes\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.grandpacooks.com\/recipes\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=23008"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.grandpacooks.com\/recipes\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23008\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":23009,"href":"https:\/\/www.grandpacooks.com\/recipes\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23008\/revisions\/23009"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.grandpacooks.com\/recipes\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=23008"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.grandpacooks.com\/recipes\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=23008"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.grandpacooks.com\/recipes\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=23008"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}