Best 11 Refrigerator Jam Recipes

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Refrigerator jam is a simple and delicious way to preserve your favorite fruits and enjoy them all year long. Made with just a few simple ingredients, refrigerator jam is a great way to use up extra fruit, and it makes a wonderful gift for friends and family. With so many different fruits to choose from, there are endless possibilities for flavors and combinations. Whether you prefer classic strawberry jam or something more unique like peach-mango or blueberry-lemon, you're sure to find a refrigerator jam recipe that you'll love.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

BLUEBERRY-RHUBARB REFRIGERATOR JAM



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I think the best recipes come from good friends...that's where I got this jam recipe. It's a great way to use an abundant supply of rhubarb.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 4-1/2 pints.

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 cups chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb, thawed
1/2 cup water
5 cups sugar
1 can (21 ounces) blueberry pie filling
2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 packages (3 ounces each) raspberry gelatin

Steps:

  • In a large kettle, cook rhubarb and water over medium-high heat for 3-5 minutes or until rhubarb is tender. Add sugar. Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes. Stir in pie filling, blueberries and lemon juice. Return to a boil. Reduce heat; cook and stir for 10 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in gelatin until dissolved. Cool slightly. Pour into refrigerator containers. Cool to room temperature. Cover and refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 11mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (34g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

REFRIGERATOR JAM



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Found this little gem in an old Woman's Day magazine I had laying around the house. You choose the fruit; strawberries, peaches, blueberries, plums, or whatever other combination you can come up with. 4 pounds of fruit makes about seven half-pints. This isn't exactly a speedy process and requires a lot of stirring so grab a good cookbook to read!

Provided by invictus

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h5m

Yield 7 half-pint jars

Number Of Ingredients 2

4 lbs fruit, your choice
4 cups sugar

Steps:

  • Wash fruit and discard any skin (from peaches or the like).
  • Cut fruit into pieces no larger than 1 inch each.
  • In a large heavy-duty saucepan add the sugar and stir over medium heat while the sugar melts and the fruit softens.
  • Cook, stirring constantly until the jam thickens. this may take an hour or more. Cool, then spoon into very clean jars, cover with clean lids and refrigerate up to 3 weeks.

QUICK REFRIGERATOR STRAWBERRY JAM



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Categories     Condiment/Spread     Berry     Side     Sauté     Quick & Easy     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Summer

Yield 1 1.2 pints

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 qt ripe, organic strawberries, hulled and sliced
3⁄4 to 1 cup raw organic sugar (or substitute regular granulated sugar), depending on the sweetness of the berries
2 tbsp lemon juice

Steps:

  • Combine the strawberries, sugar and lemon juice in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring the strawberry mixture to a rolling boil, stirring frequently with a wooden spoon and mashing the strawberries slightly (I used a potato masher for this). Turn down the heat to medium-low and simmer for approximately 10 minutes. Put about a teaspoon of the jam mixture on the a plate and swirl the plate around. If the jam runs, cook for 2-5 minutes longer and repeat the process. (The jam should firm up when it hits the cold plate and should no longer run.) Transfer to clean glass jars and cool. When completely cool, cover and refrigerate. Makes about 1 1⁄2 pints.

STRAWBERRY REFRIGERATOR JAM



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Keep cardamom pods and vanilla beans on hand so that you can make this jam throughout berry season. Simply simmered for 20 minutes, it works best made in small batches like this. Serve it warm over toast or vanilla ice cream, and keep any leftovers in the fridge. And if you have some on hand... stir in a handful of raspberries with the strawberries.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 vanilla bean, split lengthwise and seeds scraped
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons orange juice
5 cardamom pods, cracked just enough so seeds stay inside
1 quart strawberries (about 1 1/4 pounds), halved if larger than a walnut, hulled

Steps:

  • Put the vanilla seeds and pod in a heavy, nonreactive skillet. Add the sugar, orange juice and cardamom pods and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the strawberries to the skillet and stir once to coat. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is thick and jam-like, 20 to 25 minutes. (The longer the mixture cooks, the thicker the jam will be after it cools.) Remove from the heat and let cool before using. Discard the cardamom and vanilla pods before serving. (The jam will keep refrigerated for 2 weeks.)

KITTENCAL'S EASY REFRIGERATOR STRAWBERRY JAM



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Considering how easy this is to make, it makes a great strawberry jam, good on waffles, pancakes and for a cheesecake topping! It will keep in the refrigerator covered for up to 2 weeks.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Strawberry

Time 15m

Yield 1 1/4 cups (approx)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb fresh ripe strawberry, trimmed and halved (use only red ripe berries)
2/3-1 cup sugar (I found that 2/3 cup was enough sugar for me)
2 tablespoons powdered fruit pectin
2 -3 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
red food coloring (optional)

Steps:

  • In a bowl mash the strawberries using a potato masher or fork.
  • In a large skillet stir together the mashed berries, sugar, pectin and lemon juice (starting with 2/3 cup sugar and adding in more desired I found that 2/3 cup plenty for me!) boil until slightly thickened about 5 minutes, add in a couple drops of red food colouring if needed.
  • Transfer the mixture to a bowl to cool.
  • Store tightly covered in a glass jar in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 531.2, Fat 1.1, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 4.8, Carbohydrate 135.2, Fiber 7.3, Sugar 124.5, Protein 2.5

KITTENCAL'S EASY RHUBARB-STRAWBERRY REFRIGERATOR JAM



Kittencal's Easy Rhubarb-Strawberry Refrigerator Jam image

You may reduce the amount of rhubarb and add in fresh strawberries if desired, try adding in different flavors of gelatin too! Plan ahead the fruit/sugar mixture needs to stand overnight before cooking, if you prefer a sweet jam use the 3 cups sugar... your going to love this jam!

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Fruit

Time 36m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

5 1/2 cups chopped fresh rhubarb (or use half rhubarb and fresh strawberries)
2 3/4-3 cups white sugar
1 (3 ounce) package strawberry gelatin (for the best results use Jello brand gelatin for this)

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan stir together the fresh rhubarb with the sugar; cover with a lid and let stand 24 hours.
  • After the 24 hours bring the rhurbarb and sugar to a boil over medium heat.
  • Reduce heat to low and boil stirring constantly for 12 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and gently stir in the gelatin powder until completely combined.
  • Transfer to sterilized glass jars and refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129.7, Fat 0.1, Sodium 21.4, Carbohydrate 32.9, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 31.5, Protein 0.6

BLACKBERRY MOJITO REFRIGERATOR JAM



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I love discovering new flavors of tea. Through traveling both domestically and internationally, I have had to the opportunity to try some of the most exotic and interesting teas. Now lets be honest, the Midwest is not exotic, but we do have some of the most amazing places for food and drink. Not far from our house there is the most amazing tea store called Teavana. I was so overwhelmed the first time I entered the store. For as far as the eye could see there were rows and rows of tea, separated not only by type but also by flavor. I was immediately greeted by someone offering to let me smell any and l of the teas I wanted. Wow, I could not believe all of the options being presented in front of me. I decided on 6 different flavors, a couple within each type of tea. I absolutely love green tea so I could not wait to try the Blackberry Mojito Green Tea I purchased. When I opened my tin, I was immediately hit by the aroma of blackberry and mint, and I knew I would love it. I continued drinking the tea at lunch and dinner for for several weeks, and I still drink it regularly. I knew I wanted to try this flavor combination in other applications such as granola or jam. I worked on the jam for a couple weeks and finally came up with the perfect concoction. It is so delicious on a bagel with a layer of cream cheese topped with the jam. It is my version of a faux danish. Trust me, try this once and you will be making double batches.

Provided by Baking Bad

Categories     Berries

Time 30m

Yield 2 Tbsp, 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (7 ounce) package frozen blackberries
3/4 cup sugar
1 cup water, plus
1/4 cup water, for cornstarch mixture
4 sprigs of fresh mint
1/2 lime, juice of
3 tablespoons cornstarch

Steps:

  • In a heavy bottom sauce pan, combine the the blackberries, lime juice, sprigs of mint, sugar and 1 cup of water.
  • Mix the 1/4 cup of water with cornstarch and set aside.
  • Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently until it boils.
  • When the blackberries begin to pop, remove the mint sprigs. Stir the cornstarch mixture vigorously and add to the blackberry mixture.
  • Stir and continue to cook until the jam thickens to the consistency of your preference. Cool and pour into a jar.
  • ***Keep in the refrigerator for up to a week.****.
  • Try it on a bagel with a layer of cream cheese, then top with jam. YUM!

SPEEDY BLUEBERRY REFRIGERATOR JAM



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This recipe is one of my favorites because it is simple...and always turns out delicious!

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 3

4 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
2 cups sugar
1 package (3 ounces) lemon gelatin

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine all three ingredients. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Pour into jars; refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 8mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

MANGO LIME REFRIGERATOR JAM



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An unusual jam combination if you are looking for something different. PLEASE NOTE: This is NOT shelf stable jam - once sealed in jars, it must be stored in the refrigerator or freezer. Adapted from Cooking Pleasures magazine.

Provided by HeatherFeather

Categories     Fruit

Time 45m

Yield 5 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups ripe mangoes, peeled and coarsely chopped (about 3 pounds)
2 tablespoons fresh lime zest, finely grated
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
2 1/2 tablespoons powdered fruit pectin
3 cups sugar

Steps:

  • Combine mangoes, lime zest, lime juice, lemon juice, and pectin in a large stockpot.
  • Mash, using a potato masher until well blended.
  • It can be a little chunky, but really try to crush everything together well.
  • Cook over HIGH heat 4-5 minutes, or until the mixture come to a rolling boil, stirring the entire time.
  • When jam is boiling and you can't stir it down, gradually add sugar- stirring the whole time.
  • Return to a full boil over high heat and cook 2 minutes exactly, sitrring occasionally.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Ladle into hot, sterilized canning jars and seal with hot, sterilized canning lids.
  • Flip upside down and let rest 5 minutes on their lids.
  • Return to upright position and let cool.
  • Store in refrigerator,unopened,up to 6 months or in freezer.
  • Once opened, use up in several weeks.

BLACKBERRY REFRIGERATOR JAM



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one of my favorites

Provided by Wallace Hale

Categories     Jams & Jellies

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 c fresh blackberrys
3/4 c water
1/2 tsp finely shredded lemon peel
1 1.75 oz pkg reg powdered fruit pectin
4 c sugar

Steps:

  • 1. in good sized med bowl use a masher to to crush blackberries till you have 2 cups crushed blackberries. mix berries, sugar, and lemon peel. let stand for ten min.stirring occasionally. In a small saucepan combine pectin an water.Bring to boil over high heat. boil for one min. stirring occasionally remove frome heat adding the berry mixture; stir for 3 min or until the sugars dissolved an its no longer grainy.
  • 2. Ladle into freezer containers that will hold at least half pint leaveing a 1/2-inch headspace seal an label let stand at room temp 24 hours to set before freezing, store jan in refrigerator for up to 3 weeks an in freezer for up to one year

REFRIGERATOR JAM



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Sugar Free Pectin Free Although the recipe calls for strawberries, I cant see why other fruits cannot be used! I found this posted on Facebook and thought it would be a great addition here!

Provided by Linda Kauppinen

Categories     Other Sauces

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/3 c strawberries
2/3 c rhubarb
2 Tbsp raw honey or to taste
2 Tbsp chia seeds

Steps:

  • 1. Process all ingredients with a blender and refrigerate over night. The chia seeds will gel thickening up the fruit puree. Add additional diced fruit if you like it chunky.

Tips for Making the Best Refrigerator Jam:

  • Choose the right fruit: Use ripe, flavorful fruit that is free of blemishes. Avoid fruit that is too soft or bruised.
  • Prepare the fruit properly: Wash the fruit thoroughly and remove any stems, pits, or seeds. Cut the fruit into small pieces so that it cooks evenly.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed pot: This will help to prevent the jam from scorching.
  • Cook the jam over medium heat: This will help to prevent the jam from boiling over and becoming too thick.
  • Stir the jam frequently: This will help to prevent the fruit from sticking to the bottom of the pot and burning.
  • Use a candy thermometer to test the temperature of the jam: The jam is ready when it reaches a temperature of 220 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Remove the jam from the heat and let it cool slightly: This will help to prevent the jam from becoming too thick.
  • Pour the jam into sterilized jars: This will help to prevent the jam from spoilage.
  • Seal the jars tightly and store them in the refrigerator: The jam will keep for up to 3 weeks in the refrigerator.

Conclusion:

Making refrigerator jam is a great way to preserve your favorite fruits and enjoy them all year long. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can easily make delicious and flavorful jam that is perfect for spreading on toast, using as a filling for pastries, or adding to yogurt or oatmeal. So next time you have a bounty of fresh fruit, be sure to try making your own refrigerator jam. You won't be disappointed!

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