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Raspberry Jam

Raspberries cooked with sugar and lemon juice for 20 minutes to a soft set. Twenty-four servings of a spoonful in 30 minutes.

Not yet ratedThis recipe has no ratings yet 30 min total Serves 24 servings Easy
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Build the Meal Around Raspberry Jam

  • Scones
  • Buttered toast
  • Yoghurt
  • Victoria sponge

How to Cook Raspberry Jam

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  1. Mash the raspberries lightly with the sugar and lemon juice in a wide pan and leave for 10 minutes.

  2. Heat gently, stirring, until the sugar dissolves, then boil hard for 20 minutes, skimming the foam.

  3. Test a drop on a chilled saucer. When it wrinkles, spoon the jam into clean jars. Cool and keep in the fridge.

Worth Knowing Before You Cook

Chill a saucer for the set test.

Skim the foam off as it cooks.

If your hob runs hot, test at 12 minutes.

Use a wide pan so it reduces faster.

Storing and Reheating

Keeps in a clean jar in the fridge for up to 4 weeks.

Questions and Answers

How long does Raspberry Jam take to make?

About 30 minutes in total — 10 minutes of preparation and 20 minutes of cooking. The recipe serves 24.

What are the key tips for making Raspberry Jam?

Chill a saucer for the set test. Skim the foam off as it cooks. If your hob runs hot, test at 12 minutes. Use a wide pan so it reduces faster.

What should I serve with Raspberry Jam?

Scones; Buttered toast; Yoghurt; Victoria sponge.

How should Raspberry Jam be stored?

Keeps in a clean jar in the fridge for up to 4 weeks.

Is Raspberry Jam suitable for a special diet?

This recipe is vegetarian, vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free, low-carb and keto. Those labels are checked against the ingredient list, so a dish is only marked when nothing in it contradicts the claim.

Raspberry Jam Nutrition Facts

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