Nothing beats the simplicity of this old fashioned Strawberry Freezer Jam recipe. Made in just 15 minutes, and delightfully sweet, this is how you make homemade jam… the EASY way! So sit back, relax and get ready to start collecting the rave reviews!
Strawberry Freezer Jam
Trust me, making homemade jam with fresh sun kiss strawberries… this is a berry good idea!
Sally writes: "Best freezer jam ever! Super easy! My son LOVES this on his PB& J!!"
Seriously, this jam is off-the-charts amazing.
It’s a sweet and luscious strawberry temptation that just keeps beckoning you back for more!
So get ready to unleash your strawberry cravings, because jam making has never been so easy.
To start, I’ve included some fun shortcuts that will make your jam making process go crazy fast. As in 15 minutes fast! Then, you’ll just pop your jam in the freezer and let it chill out until you’re ready to use it!
Trust me, with a perfectly sweet and dreamy flavor, it’s so good you’ll never want to go back to store bought jam again. There’s just no comparison to homemade jam!
This homemade Raspberry Jam Recipe, lovely Blackberry Jam Preserves, and berry-licious Canning Strawberry Jam Recipe all prove that point deliciously!
Besides, there’s something kind of fun and therapeutic about the whole process of making homemade jams. Especially when you happen to be making jam the very easiest way possible!
You’ll also love knowing you’ve got a freezer stocked with yummy jam! That my friends… is a very good feeling!
So what are you waiting for?
Here’s everything you’ll need to create one of your new favorite Easy Breakfast Recipes….
Can I Use Regular Pectin for Freezer Jam?
When it comes to fresh preserving strawberry freezer jam, traditional pectin won’t set your jam up properly. Instead, you’ll want to use ‘Instant Pectin’ or ‘Freezer Pectin’.
What Kind of Container for Freezer Jam?
Freezer safe glass jars are my go-to when making this freezer jam recipe.
I usually use Ball or Kerr 4 oz. or 8 oz. jam jars. Then, when storing in the freezer, I swap the metal lids for plastic mason jar lids.
You can freeze mason jars with the metal lids they come with, but they can also rust. So that’s why I always swap them with plastic lids instead.
Small, freezer-friendly plastic containers with sturdy lids work beautifully, too!
How Long Does Freezer Jam Last?
You can store your freezer jam in the freezer for up to 1 year, or in refrigerator for up to 1 month, making this no cook freezer strawberry jam recipe one of my favorite breakfast meal prep ideas!
Can You Make Freezer Jam in Mason Jars?
Yes… you sure can! Just make sure to use ‘Freezer Safe’ mason jars and plastic lids when storing in the freezer.
My favorite sizes to use are 4 oz. or 8 oz. mason jars.
Is Freezer Jam Better than Canned Jam?
Both freezer jam and canned jam are equally delicious. However, freezer jam is the perfect option if you want homemade jam, but don’t have a lot of time to make it.
Strawberry Freezer Jam Ingredients
You’ll just need a few simple ingredients to make the BEST strawberry freezer jam recipe!
- Fresh Strawberries
- Sugar
- Freezer Pectin (I use Ball)
Also, make sure you’ve got either a blender or potato masher, and some freezer safe canning jars with plastic lids on hand.
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You are going to love how easy it is to make this easy freezer jam recipe fresh with strawberries.
You’ll start by hulling your fresh strawberries. My favorite trick is to use a Stem Gem, as this makes removing the stems so fast.
After your strawberries have been hulled, it’s time to mash!
Option #1: For chunkier jam, you’ll hand mash.
Use a hand masher to push and press until you achieve that nice, chunky consistency.
Option #2: For smoother jam, you can use your Vitamix Blender or even a Blendtec to Puree.
The choice between chunkier jam and smoother jam is yours, and really just comes down to personal preference.
Once you have your mashed or pureed strawberries ready to go, you’re almost done!
Trust me, canning for beginners doesn’t get much simpler or EASIER than this freezer strawberry jam recipe!
Scroll down for the printable recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.
How to Use Strawberry Freezer Jam
One of the tastiest ways to use this freezer jam is by slathering it, along with some butter, on a slice of this Sourdough Sandwich Bread or this lovely Cranberry and Walnut Bread.
I know you’ll also loving using it with this Homemade Peanut Butter and Whole Wheat Sandwich Bread to make the most outrageous PB&J sandwiches ever!
Freezer Jam Recipe Reviews
Here’s What Your Frugal Friends Are Saying About This Easy Strawberry Freezer Jam Recipe…
One reader writes: “Delicious jam”
Sally writes: “Best freezer jam ever! Super easy! My son LOVES this on his PB& J!!”
Kristina writes: “Worked great!”
Kimberly writes: “Love it! I will never try another recipe again!”
Irena writes: “Delicious!”
Tabbie writes: “Made this tonight. It’s really sweet, but oh so perfect!”
Kyra writes: “I make strawberry freezer jam every year, I will never buy store bought jam again!”
Erica writes: “Delish!!”
Cass writes: “Just finished my batch…. tastes wonderful!”
Kim writes: “So easy and yummy!! So good with everything!”
Gail writes: “Love this recipe for strawberry jam, super easy”
Katherine writes: “Such a great gift, too!”
Glenda writes: “My Granny used this recipe over 45 years ago when it was brand new and it’s still definitely the best, easiest and perfectly wonderful strawberry jam that I have ever tasted! You can’t go wrong with this recipe! Try it, you’ll love it!”
Sandra writes: “It’s good as an ice cream topping, too.”
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Strawberry Freezer Jam
Ingredients
- 4 pounds Fresh Strawberries (or Four 16 oz. containers)
- 1 1/2 cups of Sugar
- 5 tablespoons Ball RealFruit Freezer Pectin
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients.
- Wash and Stem Strawberries. (I use a Strawberry Stem Gem to speed up the process.)
- For chunkier jam, Slice Strawberries, place in a shallow pan, and use hand masher to crush berries. (Consistency will depend on how chunky you like your jam.)
- For smoother jam, place stemmed Strawberries in your heavy duty blender, and puree. (I puree 2 lbs at a time, using the handle of a wooden spoon to smash down the berries from the top during the process.) You'll end up with approx. 8 cups of puree.
- In Extra Large Mixing Bowl, stir together Pectin and Sugar.
- Add mashed berries into mixture, and stir for 3 minutes with a large wooden spoon.
- Carefully pour jam into freezer-safe jars. (I use the 4oz. – 8oz. size.)
- Let jam set for 30 minutes.
- After jam has set, affix plastic lids, then store in your freezer until you’re ready to use your tasty jam.
Notes
- Yield: The recipe yield varies slightly, but makes approximately up to nine 8 oz. jars or up to eighteen 4 oz. jars.
- Storage Tip: You can store your strawberry freezer jam in freezer for up to 1 year, or in refrigerator for up to 1 month.
- FAQ’s: For answers to Frequently Asked Questions or tips for common substitutions and variations, please refer to the detailed information above this recipe card.
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I love it! How easy! I’ve always made it with my SIL, and now I can do it myself. 🙂 Thanks for sharing!
You’re very welcome!
Hi Jessica ~ it’s 1 1/2 cups sugar total. 🙂 I’ve made it for years this way, and it’s soooo yummy! Give it a try, and see what you think!
~ Heidi
Can stevia be a replacement for the sugar and im sure it can, have you ever made it with an artificial sweetner?if so how much do you put in? thanks
I haven’t tried this with stevia, but if you do… let us know how it turns out!
Is it 1 1/2 cups total of sugar or 1 1/2 cups per pound of strawberries. I was telling my MIL about this and she said it doesn’t seem like enough sugar.
Play with it. I usually use 2 cups of sugar but you can use less. It might not set up right. try it out and see!
Thanks for the recipe! I’ve been looking for a good one-can’t wait to try it!
You’re very welcome!
Perfect timing! I bought jelly at the store yesterday and I thought – next time I need to figure this out.
Thanks for posting!
That is perfect timing!
Could you use a food processor instead of hand mashing to save time? I think I may try that 🙂 Thanks for the great recipe…we go through tons of jam and it is so pricey in the stores for the good stuff!
Michelle, if you use a regular blade in a food processor it chops them all up, or purees them, depending on how long you process them, and the texture’s just not as nice as the mashed berries.
But my food processor came with a blunt (not sharp), short blade — mine’s called a “dough blade” — and I discovered a few years ago that it’s great for mashing strawberries for jam! It has saved me lots of time.
Those jars are adorable! Great gift!
They really do make such a sweet little gift!
Would love to try this soon…
You’ll love how easy it is to make!
@Heather: she said “stem” as in take the stems off, not steam. 🙂 It’s ok, I think you just read it wrong…..
and Raspberries!