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Flavorful Huckleberry Jam Recipe Easy Homemade Brown Sugar Lemon Jam

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A glossy, jewel-like huckleberry jam with a perfect balance of sweet brown sugar and bright lemon, offering a smooth yet textured spread ideal for toast, yogurt, and gifts.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups (600 grams) fresh huckleberries
  • 1 ½ cups (300 grams) dark brown sugar
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon pectin (optional)
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) water
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Rinse about 4 cups (600 grams) of fresh huckleberries under cold water, removing any stems or leaves. Drain well.
  2. In a large heavy-bottomed saucepan, add the huckleberries, 1 ½ cups (300 grams) of dark brown sugar, ¼ cup (60 ml) of water, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt. Stir gently to combine.
  3. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring to a simmer. Stir frequently to prevent sticking. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until berries release juices and sugar dissolves.
  4. Stir in ¼ cup (60 ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice. If using pectin, sprinkle it in now while stirring briskly to prevent clumps.
  5. Reduce heat slightly and let the mixture simmer gently for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the jam thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
  6. Optional: Pour the cooked mixture through a fine mesh strainer to remove seeds for a smoother jam.
  7. Carefully ladle the hot jam into sterilized mason jars, leaving about ¼ inch (6 mm) of headspace. Wipe rims clean and seal tightly. For long-term storage, process jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes.
  8. Let jars cool completely at room temperature. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks or freeze for longer storage.

Notes

Use medium to medium-low heat to avoid burning sugar. Stir gently to preserve berry texture. Lemon zest added early infuses oils; lemon juice added later keeps brightness. Pectin is optional depending on desired thickness. For smoother jam, strain seeds after cooking. Store refrigerated up to 3 weeks or freeze up to 6 months.

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