This easy Homemade Blueberry Jam is bursting with fresh blueberry flavor and bright citrus notes. Made with just a few simple ingredients, it’s perfect for spreading on toast, biscuits, pancakes, or using as a filling for desserts.
Ingredients
4 cups fresh blueberries
1½ cups granulated sugar
Zest of 1 lemon
Juice of 1 lemon
Pinch of salt
Instructions
Rinse the blueberries and place them in a large saucepan.
Add the sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt.
Stir well and bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Reduce the heat and simmer for 20–30 minutes, stirring occasionally and lightly mashing some of the berries as they cook.
Continue cooking until the jam thickens to your desired consistency.
Remove from heat and allow the jam to cool slightly.
Transfer the jam to clean sterilized jars and seal tightly.
Refrigerate after cooling completely.
Tips
For a smoother jam, mash the berries more thoroughly while cooking.
For a chunkier texture, leave most of the berries whole.
Store refrigerated for up to 3 weeks, or process in a water-bath canner for longer shelf storage.
Recipe Details
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Yield: About 2 cups of jam
Enjoy this sweet and tangy homemade blueberry jam on your favorite breakfast treats or desserts! 🫐🍋✨
