Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of homemade Strawberry Rhubarb Jam, a perfect blend of sweet strawberries and tangy rhubarb. This easy recipe requires just four simple ingredients: fresh rhubarb, juicy strawberries, sugar, and a splash of lemon juice—no pectin needed! Whether spread on toast, drizzled over yogurt, or used as a filling in desserts, this jam brings a burst of flavor to your meals. Not only is it a delicious breakfast companion, but it also makes for an excellent gift for friends and family. With a long shelf life when properly canned, you can enjoy this seasonal treat all year round.
Ingredients
- 5 cups rhubarb (cut into 1/2" cubes)
- 2 cups hulled and halved strawberries
- 2 1/4 cups sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine rhubarb, strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice.
- Stir until well mixed; let bubble then reduce heat to medium-low.
- Cook while stirring occasionally for about an hour until thickened (above 220°F).
- Prepare jars by sterilizing them in boiling water.
- Fill hot jars with jam leaving 1/4" headspace; seal with lids.
- Process jars in boiling water for 10 minutes; cool undisturbed for 24 hours.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (20g)
- Calories: 55
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg