Huckleberry Jam Recipe
Indulge in the taste of the wild with our Huckleberry Jam recipe, a delightful blend of tart huckleberries, tangy lemon juice, and natural pectin.
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Servings: 150
Ingredients
- 2 quarts of huckleberries 8 cups
- 8 tbsp of water
- 2 tbsp of lemon juice
- 8 cups of sugar
- 6 tbsp of powdered fruit pectin
Instructions
- In a medium-sized pot over medium-high heat, combine 1/2 cup water and 1/4 cup sugar until dissolved. Stir in pectin until smooth.
- Add 2 cups of huckleberries and simmer on low for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally until the mixture thickens.
- Stir in 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and cook for an additional 10 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat and transfer the jam into sterilized glass jars. Allow it to cool before refrigerating for storage.
Notes
- Make sure to use sterilized jars to store your jam.
- Be sure not to overcook the mixture or else it will become too thick.
- If you like a sweeter jam, you can add more sugar. If you prefer a tarter flavor, increase the amount of lemon juice used in the recipe.
- Huckleberry jam can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.