Our Grandma’s Strawberry Freezer Jam recipe is quick and easy to make. Perfect for those fresh strawberries we all enjoy during the summer months, this strawberry freezer jam is simple to put together.

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What is the difference between freezer jam and regular jam?

Freezer jam is uncooked and stored in the freezer, while regular jam is cooked and stored at room temperature until ready to eat. Both are stored in the fridge after opened.

Freezer Jam from Fresh Strawberries

One of our favorite things about summer is the fresh produce either from our gardens or from local farm stands. Our dad usually plants a great garden with tomatoes, zucchini, cucumbers, green beans and more. One thing we’ve never had in the family garden is our own strawberry patch.

Our mom remedied the situation recently when she shared some strawberries with Barbara from Harker Farms, a local place not too far from us. She immediately went to work making Grandma’s homemade strawberry jam recipe.

Every spoonful of grandma's strawberry freezer jam is delicious. Serve it on rolls, toast and biscuits. We even eat it on ice cream.

Ingredients

4 cups fresh strawberries washed and hulled
8 cups granulated sugar
1 1.75 oz. box powdered pectin
2 cups water

Our grandma's strawberry freezer jam recipe makes 4 pints. You can freeze some or give them away to family and friends.

Jam made with Strawberries

This is an uncooked version that just requires a quick boil of water to dissolve the pectin. This recipe makes 4 pints of jam. So you could definitely make a half batch if you don’t have a lot of strawberries on hand.

However, we think it’s worth making a full batch. This easy freezer jam has a gorgeous red color and tastes delicious on toast in the morning or vanilla ice cream in the evening.

Want a jam that doesn’t need to be frozen? Try our Strawberry Rhubarb Jam with Jello.

How to Make Strawberry Freezer Jam

Step by Step Instructions

In a large bowl, mash strawberries to whatever consistency you like in a jam. A potato masher works well for this.
Add sugar to the crushed strawberries, and let stand for 20 minutes.
Stir pectin into water in a small saucepan, and bring to a boil (stir constantly).
Remove from the stove and add strawberries. Stir mixture.
Ladle into jars or freezer containers.
Cover and let stand at room temperature for 24 to 48 hours. Seal and store in freezer until ready to use.
Serve over toast, bread, bagels, scones, pancakes, waffles, oatmeal, biscuits, or as an ice cream topping or yogurt topping.

Storage Instructions

Once opened, store strawberry jam in the refrigerator.

Full recipe and ingredient amounts for Grandma’s Strawberry Jam is at the bottom of this post.

Recipe FAQs

Be sure to use ripe strawberries for the best homemade strawberry jam flavor.
For the pectin, certo or sure-jell work great. I use the powdered variety of fruit pectin for this recipe.
Use other types of berries including blueberries, raspberries or blackberries, or use a combination.
A food processor can be used to crush the strawberries; pulse until you get your desired consistency.

Do you need special jars for freezer jam?

Not necessarily. Use regular glass jars , special freezer jars or any freezer-safe container for freezer jam. However, make sure to leave some extra space at the top of the jar to allow for expansion when the jam freezes.

How long does strawberry jam last in the freezer?

When properly sealed and stored, homemade strawberry freezer jam can last in the freezer for up to a year. Once opened, it should be consumed within a few weeks if kept in the refrigerator.

Like this recipe? Here are some others from our Grandma.

Strawberry Recipes

Large Strawberry Shortcake

Strawberry Bread

Strawberry Chiffon

Old Fashioned Strawberry Pie

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