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Close-up of low sugar strawberry freezer jam in glass jars with toast slices on white marble surface

Low Sugar Strawberry Freezer Jam (Easy Homemade Recipe)

Alicia
This vibrant homemade freezer jam uses strawberries, low or no sugar needed pectin, lemon juice, and less sugar than many traditional jam recipes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Pectin Rest Time 20 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 4 cups (16 servings, 2 tbsp each)
Calories 80 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups about 0.91 kg crushed strawberries
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 3 to 4 tablespoons Ball Low or No Sugar Needed Pectin
  • 1 scoop unflavored whey or plant-based protein powder 20g, optional
  • 1 ½ cups 300g granulated sugar

Instructions
 

  • Wash, hull, and crush strawberries in a microwave-safe bowl. Keep slightly chunky.
  • Add lemon juice, pectin, and protein powder if using. Stir well and let sit 20 minutes.
  • Pour in sugar and stir until mostly dissolved.
  • Microwave on high for 10 minutes until foamy. Stir to combine.
  • Skim foam, pour into freezer containers, and leave ½ inch headspace.

Notes

Freeze within 1 hour for best results. Adjust pectin if jam separates after freezing. Use clean jars to prevent contamination. Store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Nutrition is estimated per 2 tbsp serving; optional protein powder adds only a small amount of protein per serving.
Keyword healthy strawberry jam, low sugar strawberry freezer jam