Blackberry Jam Velvety Homemade Blackberry Jam with Tart-Sweet Flavor Ingredients: 4 cups fresh blackberries 3 cups granulated sugar 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional, for a warm note) Directions: Rinse and gently mash blackberries in a large bowl, leaving some whole for texture. Transfer berries to a heavy-bottomed saucepan and add lemon juice. Stir in the sugar and bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Allow to boil for 20–25 minutes, stirring frequently, until the jam thickens and reaches 220°F (105°C) on a candy thermometer. Test for doneness by dropping a spoonful on a chilled plate—if it wrinkles when pushed, it’s ready. Remove from heat and skim off any foam from the surface. Carefully pour hot jam into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Seal with lids. Store in the fridge for up to 1 month or process in a water bath for shelf-stable jars. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: 48 kcal per tablespoon | Servings: About 3 cups #blackberryjam #homemadejam #berrypreserves #blackberries #jammaking #fruitspread #easyjamrecipe #freshfruit #summertreat #classicpreserves #simpleingredients #blackberryrecipes #homemadegoodness #pantryessentials #fromscratch #rustickitchen #jarsandjams #flavorfulspread #fruitpreserving #tangyandsweet Just finished a fresh batch of blackberry jam and it’s bursting with deep berry flavor! Perfect on toast, waffles, or right off the spoon.

Fresh Papaya Jam Tropical Fresh Papaya Jam with Lime and Vanilla Ingredients: 4 cups ripe papaya, peeled, deseeded, and diced 2 cups granulated sugar 2 tablespoons lime juice 1 teaspoon lime zest 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 cup water Directions: In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine diced papaya, sugar, water, lime juice, and lime zest. Stir over medium heat until the sugar has dissolved completely. Bring to a gentle boil, then lower heat and simmer uncovered for 30–40 minutes, stirring often. Use a potato masher or hand blender to achieve your desired texture—chunky or smooth. Stir in vanilla extract during the last 5 minutes of cooking. Once the jam thickens to your liking, remove from heat and let cool slightly. Spoon into sterilized jars and seal. Let cool before refrigerating. Store in the fridge for up to 3 weeks or process in a hot water bath for longer shelf life. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 35 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes Kcal: 48 kcal (per tablespoon) | Servings: About 2½ cups #papayajam #tropicaljam #homemadejam #fruitpreserves #papayarecipes #easyjam #breakfastspread #naturalsweeteners #jamfromscratch #canningseason #exoticfruit #tropicalflavors #limeandpapaya #flavorfulspread #homemadesimplicity #jamlover #brunchideas #smallbatchpreserves #islandvibes #freshfruitjam Say hello to island vibes in a jar! This Fresh Papaya Jam is sweet, tangy, and loaded with tropical flavor—perfect on toast, pancakes, or right off the spoon!