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Homemade Strawberry Basil Jam

Delicious homemade strawberry basil jam made with fresh strawberries, basil, and lemon juice.

Make delicious homemade strawberry basil jam with fresh ingredients. Perfect for toast, yogurt, and more.

Recipe Details

Prep time
10m
Cook time
25m
Rest time
0s
Total time
35m

Ingredients

Servings:
1
  • 150 g fresh strawberries hulled and chopped
  • 75 g granulated sugar
  • 5 g fresh basil leaves chopped
  • 15 ml fresh lemon juice

Origins

USA

Instructions

  1. Place chopped fresh strawberries in a medium saucepan.
  2. Add granulated sugar to the strawberries in the saucepan.
  3. For fresh lemon juice over the strawberry and sugar mixture.
  4. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently until sugar dissolves.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil and reduce heat to low to simmer gently.
  6. Add chopped fresh basil leaves to the simmering mixture and stir well.
  7. Continue to simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally until jam thickens.
  8. Remove the saucepan from heat and let the jam cool slightly.
  9. Transfer the jam to a clean jar and allow it to cool completely before sealing.

Tips

  • Use ripe strawberries for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
  • Sterilize jars before filling to preserve jam longer.
  • Store jam in the refrigerator after opening.

Serving Suggestions

  • toast
  • yogurt
  • pancakes
  • cheese platter

Enjoy this fresh strawberry basil jam on toast or as a sweet addition to your favorite dishes for a delightful homemade treat.


Nutrition Facts

Estimated values per 100g.

  • Fiber (g): 1.5
  • Sodium (g): 0.01
  • Sugar (g): 40
  • Fat (g): 0.1
  • Carbohydrates (g): 45
  • Protein (g): 0.5
  • Calories: 180
  • Cholesterol (g): 0
  • Saturated Fat (g): 0

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