Description
This homemade raspberry jam is the perfect way to preserve the bright, tangy sweetness of summer berries. With just three simple ingredients and no added pectin, it’s a naturally thick, intensely flavored jam that spreads like a dream. Whether you spoon it over toast, swirl it into desserts, or gift it in jars, this small-batch raspberry jam will quickly become your go-to recipe. It’s easy enough for beginners, yet impressive enough to share. This recipe celebrates everything that’s lovely about homemade preserves—pure fruit flavor, beautiful color, and a texture that feels like a little kitchen magic.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh or frozen raspberries
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- (Optional) ½ teaspoon unsalted butter, to reduce foaming
Instructions
- Rinse raspberries and gently pat dry if using fresh. No need to thaw if using frozen.
- In a large saucepan, combine raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Let sit 5–10 minutes.
- Bring mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Stir often as sugar dissolves.
- Lower heat to a simmer and cook for 15–20 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Test the jam by placing a spoonful on a chilled plate. If it wrinkles when pushed, it’s ready.
- Skim off any foam, remove from heat, and ladle into sterilized jars.
- Let jars cool to room temperature before sealing or processing for longer storage.
Notes
- For seedless jam, strain the mixture through a fine sieve after cooking.
- Add a teaspoon of vanilla or a splash of Chambord for a flavor twist.
- Use a wide, shallow pan for quicker evaporation and better consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Jam/Preserves
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg