Delicious and Easy Rose Hip Freezer Jam Recipe

Savor the flavors of summer all year round with this delightful homemade rose hip freezer jam. Made with fresh rose hips, sugar, and a touch of lemon juice, this jam is bursting with fruity and tangy notes. The best part? It requires no canning or complicated processes – just a few simple steps and you'll have a jar of delicious jam ready to enjoy with toast, scones, or as a topping for desserts.

Ingredients

• 4 cups fresh rose hips
• 4 cups granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup lemon juice

Directions

1. Wash the rose hips thoroughly and remove the stems and blossom ends.
2. Place the rose hips in a food processor or blender and pulse until coarsely chopped.
3. Transfer the chopped rose hips into a large mixing bowl.
4. Add the sugar and lemon juice to the bowl and stir well to combine.
5. Let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes to allow the sugar to dissolve.
6. After 10 minutes, give the mixture a final stir.
7. Ladle the jam into clean and sterile freezer-safe glass jars, leaving about 1/2 inch of headspace.
8. Seal the jars with airtight lids and let the jam cool to room temperature.
9. Once cooled, place the jars in the freezer and freeze for at least 24 hours.
10. Thaw the jam in the refrigerator for a few hours before using.
11. Enjoy the homemade rose hip freezer jam on toast, scones, or as a delicious topping for desserts!

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