STRAWBERRY KIWI FREEZER JAM

 

Is there anything more satisfying than preserving the flavor of fresh summer fruit? This Strawberry Kiwi Freezer Jam is sweet, slightly tart, and bursting with sunshine in every spoonful. It’s perfect on toast, swirled into yogurt, or spooned over vanilla ice cream.

The best part? There’s no need for canning equipment or long cooking times—just a few simple ingredients and a freezer.

INGREDIENTS

• 2 cups crushed strawberries
• 2 kiwi, peeled and diced
• 1 box powdered pectin (1.75 ounces)
• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• 3/4 cup water

DIRECTIONS

1. Prep the Fruit
   In a large bowl, combine the mashed strawberries and diced kiwi. Stir gently to combine.

2. Add the Sugar
   Mix the sugar into the fruit mixture. Let it sit for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. This helps the sugar dissolve and draws out the fruit juices.

3. Dissolve the Pectin
   In a small saucepan, bring the water and pectin to a boil, stirring constantly. Boil for 1 minute, then remove from heat.

4. Combine and Stir
   Pour the hot pectin mixture into the fruit. Stir vigorously for 3–4 minutes until fully incorporated.

5. Jar It Up
   Pour the jam into clean freezer-safe jars or containers, leaving about ½ inch of headspace to allow for expansion. Seal tightly.

6. Let It Set
   Let the jam sit at room temperature for 24 hours to thicken, then freeze. It can be stored in the freezer for up to 1 year, or in the fridge for up to 3 weeks.