Low Sugar Thimbleberry Jam
This easy thimbleberry jam recipe lets the natural sweetness of the berries shine with less sugar, so you can fully enjoy their unique, vibrant flavor. Perfect for anyone looking for a simple and delicious way to preserve thimbleberries!
Equipment
- jars & lids
Ingredients
- 4 cups thimbleberries
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Rinse and search the thimbleberries for any bugs that might have snuck in while you picked them.
- Put jars and lids in a large pot and cover with water. Bring the water to a boil and let it continue to boil while you cook the berries.
- Add thimbleberries and sugar into a pot and set the heat to medium-low. Stir constantly until the berries let out their juices.
- When the berries have released their juices add lemon juice and turn the heat up a little to medium/medium-high. Bring the mixture to a boil. Stir often so the berries don't stick to the bottom of the pan.
- Boil for about 3 minutes and remove from heat.
- Using a funnel, ladle the jelly into clean jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Wipe the rims with a clean cloth and put the lids on. Tighten to fingertip tight.
- Put the jars in the canner and lower the rack. The water should cover the jars by 1-2 inches. Add water if needed. Put the top on the canner and bring the water to a boil. Once it is boiling, process the jars for 10 minutes.
- When the timer goes off, turn the heat off and let sit for 5 minutes. Remove the lid and remove the jars using a jar lifter. Let sit for 12-24 hours and then check for proper seals. Store in a cool, dry place with the rings off.