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Easy Small Batch Huckleberry Jam Recipe Perfect for Beginners

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A simple and approachable small batch huckleberry jam recipe that captures the wild, fresh essence of huckleberries without complicated ingredients or large yields. Perfect for beginners and quick to make.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (300 grams) fresh or frozen huckleberries, thawed and drained if frozen
  • 3/4 cup (150 grams) granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) water
  • Optional: splash of vanilla bean or extract
  • Optional: pinch of sea salt
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon chia seeds for thicker jam

Instructions

  1. Rinse 2 cups (300 g) of fresh huckleberries gently under cold water. If using frozen, thaw completely and drain excess water.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine huckleberries, 3/4 cup (150 g) sugar, 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh lemon juice, and 1/4 cup (60 ml) water. Stir to mix evenly.
  3. Place the pan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally, about 5 to 7 minutes until berries soften and release juices.
  4. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking, until jam thickens and color deepens.
  5. Test jam consistency by dropping a small spoonful onto a cold plate; if it wrinkles when pushed, it is set. If not, simmer a little longer.
  6. Optional: For seedless jam, push mixture through a fine mesh strainer or blend briefly before final simmer.
  7. Pour hot jam carefully into clean glass jars, leaving about 1/4 inch (0.5 cm) headspace. Wipe rims clean and seal tightly.
  8. Let jars cool to room temperature, then refrigerate. Jam will thicken further as it cools.

Notes

Stir often and keep heat moderate to prevent burning. Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor and natural gelling. The cold plate test is the best way to check jam set. For thicker jam, add chia seeds at the end. Refrigerate and consume within 3 weeks. Use a clean spoon each time to avoid contamination.

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