Blackberry Jam

Blackberry Jam is a traditional British recipe for a simple but classic jam (jelly) made with blackberries and packed full of summer flavours. The full recipe is presented here and I hope you enjoy this classic British version of: Blackberry Jam.

prep time

20 minutes

cook time

50 minutes

Total Time:

70 minutes

Makes:

5 jars

Rating: 4.5 star rating

Tags : Wild FoodVegetarian RecipesBritish Recipes


Method:

Wash the blackberries, removing and leaves and damaged fruit. Place the fruit in a heavy-bottomed saucepan along with the water. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and cook for 30 minutes, mashing the fruit against the side of the pan with a wooden spoon until the fruit is tender.

Add the sugar to the saucepan, heat through, stirring until completely dissolved. Bring to a boil and cook rapidly for about 15 minutes. Test for setting by placing a plate in the fridge. Spoon a little of the jam onto the plate, allow to cook then move it with your fingernail. If a crinkly skin forms then the jam is ready. If not continue boiling for 5 minutes more and test again.

Skim the surface then ladle into sterilized jars that have been warmed in an oven set to 100°C for 10 minutes. Allow 1cm of head space then secure the lid, allow to cool and store.