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Easy Small Batch Strawberry Rhubarb Jam Recipe Perfect for Beginners

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A quick and easy small batch strawberry rhubarb jam recipe that balances sweet and tart flavors, perfect for beginners and small quantities.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered
  • 1 cup rhubarb stalks, chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup water
  • Optional: 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon or vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Rinse the strawberries and rhubarb under cold water. Hull and quarter the strawberries; chop rhubarb into 1/2-inch pieces (about 5-7 minutes).
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine strawberries, rhubarb, sugar, lemon juice, and water. Stir gently to mix and let sit for 10 minutes to macerate.
  3. Place the pan over medium-high heat and stir occasionally as the mixture heats up, about 5 minutes until it reaches a rolling boil. Reduce heat to medium-low.
  4. Simmer the jam uncovered for 20-25 minutes, stirring often to prevent sticking, until the mixture thickens and fruit breaks down into chunky jam.
  5. Test for doneness by placing a spoonful on a chilled plate. After a minute, push gently with your finger; if it wrinkles and holds shape, it’s ready. If not, simmer a few more minutes.
  6. Optional: Stir in a pinch of cinnamon or a splash of vanilla extract in the last 2 minutes of cooking.
  7. Remove from heat and let cool for 10-15 minutes. Spoon the jam into clean jars and refrigerate once cool. The jam will thicken further as it chills.

Notes

Use fresh, firm strawberries and crisp rhubarb for best results. Stir gently to maintain chunky texture. Simmer uncovered to help jam thicken naturally. Test jam setting on a chilled plate. Adjust sugar to taste if fruit is very tart. Jam keeps up to 3 weeks refrigerated and freezes well.

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