Delicious Homemade Blackberry Jam Recipe

This homemade blackberry jam recipe is perfect for spreading on toast, topping yogurt or ice cream, or even using as a filling for pastries. With just a few simple ingredients and some patience, you can enjoy the taste of fresh blackberries all year round.

Ingredients

• 6 cups fresh blackberries
• 4 cups sugar
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1 package powdered fruit pectin

Directions

1. Wash and crush blackberries in a large pot.
2. Stir in sugar and lemon juice, then bring mixture to a boil.
3. Add powdered pectin and continue to boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
4. Remove from heat and skim off any foam with a spoon.
5. Ladle hot jam into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch of headspace.
6. Wipe jar rims, seal with lids, and process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes.
7. Cool jars on a wire rack before storing in a cool, dark place.

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