Sure Jell is a popular brand of fruit pectin used for making jams and jellies. Crafting homemade jams and jellies with Sure Jell fruit pectin is a delightful culinary adventure. From vibrant Strawberry Jam to summery Peach Jelly and rich Blueberry Jam, these three recipes promise bursts of fruity goodness at your breakfast table or in your gift baskets.
Easy Sure Jell Recipes
1. Strawberry Jam
Equipment:
- Large Bowl: for crushing the strawberries.
- Potato Masher or Fork: to crush the strawberries until slightly chunky.
- Measuring Cups: for accurately measuring 4 cups of crushed strawberries.
- Large Saucepan: for cooking the strawberry mixture.
- Stirring Spoon or Spatula: for stirring the strawberries and jelly mixture.
- Metal Spoon: for skimming off any foam during boiling.
- Canning Jars with Lids and Bands: for storing the jam.
- Water Bath Canner or Large Pot with Rack: for processing the filled jars.
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Ingredients:
- 2 quarts fresh strawberries, washed and hulled
- 7 cups granulated sugar
- 1 box Sure Jell fruit pectin
Instructions:
- Crush strawberries in a large bowl using a potato masher or fork until slightly chunky.
- Measure exactly 4 cups of crushed strawberries into a separate large saucepan.
- Stir in the entire box of Sure Jell fruit pectin into the strawberries.
- Bring the mixture to a full rolling boil on high heat, stirring constantly.
- Stir in sugar quickly. Return to a full rolling boil and boil for exactly 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat. Skim off any foam with a metal spoon.
- Ladle quickly into prepared jars, filling to within 1/8 inch of tops. Wipe jar rims and threads. Cover with two-piece lids. Screw bands tightly.
- Process in boiling water bath for 10 minutes. Remove jars and cool. Check lids for seal after 24 hours. Lid should not flex up and down when center is pressed.
2. Peach Jelly
Equipment:
- Cutting Board and Knife: for washing, cutting, and crushing the peaches.
- Large Saucepan: to cook the peaches and later the jelly mixture.
- Potato Masher or Fork: for crushing the peaches thoroughly.
- Damp Jelly Bag or Cheesecloth: to strain the cooked peaches and extract the juice.
- Measuring Cups: for measuring the exact amount of peach juice needed.
- Stirring Spoon or Spatula: for stirring the peach juice and jelly mixture.
- Metal Spoon: for skimming off any foam that forms during boiling.
- Canning Jars with Lids and Bands: for storing the jelly.
- Water Bath Canner or Large Pot with Rack: for processing the filled jars.
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- 4 cups peach juice (about 3 1/2 pounds ripe peaches)
- 1/2 teaspoon butter or margarine (optional)
- 7 cups granulated sugar
- 1 box Sure Jell fruit pectin
Instructions:
- Prepare the peach juice: Wash and cut peaches into small pieces. Crush thoroughly.
- Place in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Strain through a damp jelly bag or cheesecloth. Measure exactly 4 cups of peach juice into a large saucepan.
- Stir in the entire box of Sure Jell fruit pectin into the peach juice.
- Add butter or margarine (optional) to reduce foaming.
- Bring mixture to a full rolling boil on high heat, stirring constantly.
- Stir in sugar quickly. Return to a full rolling boil and boil for exactly 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat. Skim off any foam with a metal spoon.
- Ladle quickly into prepared jars, filling to within 1/8 inch of tops. Wipe jar rims and threads. Cover with two-piece lids. Screw bands tightly.
- Process in boiling water bath for 5 minutes. Remove jars and cool. Check lids for seal after 24 hours. Lid should not flex up and down when center is pressed.
3. Blueberry Jam
Equipment:
- Large Bowl: for crushing the blueberries.
- Potato Masher or Fork: to crush the blueberries thoroughly.
- Measuring Cups: for accurately measuring 4 cups of crushed blueberries.
- Large Saucepan: to cook the blueberry mixture.
- Stirring Spoon or Spatula: for stirring the blueberries and jelly mixture.
- Metal Spoon: for skimming off any foam during boiling.
- Canning Jars with Lids and Bands: for storing the jam.
- Water Bath Canner or Large Pot with Rack: for processing the filled jars.
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- 4 cups crushed blueberries (about 3 pints)
- 7 cups granulated sugar
- 1 box Sure Jell fruit pectin
Instructions:
- Crush blueberries in a large bowl using a potato masher or fork.
- Measure exactly 4 cups of crushed blueberries into a large saucepan.
- Stir in the entire box of Sure Jell fruit pectin into the blueberries.
- Bring the mixture to a full rolling boil on high heat, stirring constantly.
- Stir in sugar quickly. Return to a full rolling boil and boil for exactly 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat. Skim off any foam with a metal spoon.
- Ladle quickly into prepared jars, filling to within 1/8 inch of tops. Wipe jar rims and threads. Cover with two-piece lids. Screw bands tightly.
- Process in boiling water bath for 10 minutes. Remove jars and cool. Check lids for seal after 24 hours. Lid should not flex up and down when center is pressed.
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- Sure-Jell Original Fruit Pectin for homemade jelly and jam
- Gelling agent makes canning easier
- Dry pectin suitable for use with many fruits
Enjoy making these delicious jams and jellies with Sure Jell fruit pectin!
Sure Jell recipes offer a simple and delicious way to enjoy the taste of summer all year round. With just a few ingredients and easy steps, you can fill your kitchen with the sweet aroma of homemade preserves. So, get ready to savor the joy of homemade jams and jellies with Sure Jell!
