Description
Preserve the sweet taste of fresh strawberries for your homemade pies and desserts with this simple canning recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 quarts fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 2 cups sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- Water (as needed for boiling)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Jars: Start by washing your jars in hot, soapy water. Rinse them well and keep them warm until you are ready to use them.
- Mix Strawberries and Sugar: In a large bowl, combine the sliced strawberries with the sugar. Mix gently and let them sit for about 10-15 minutes until the juices start to release.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch, salt, and lemon juice.
- Combine Strawberry Mixture: Stir the dry mixture into the strawberries. Make sure everything is evenly coated.
- Cook the Mixture: Transfer the strawberry mixture to a large saucepan. Over medium heat, bring the mixture to a boil while stirring continuously. This process should take about 2-5 minutes until it thickens.
- Add Extract: Once thickened, remove the saucepan from heat. If you choose to use almond extract, add it at this stage.
- Fill Jars: Pour the hot strawberry filling into the prepared jars. Leave about 1/2-inch headspace at the top of each jar. Wipe the rims of the jars with a clean cloth to ensure a good seal.
- Seal Jars: Place the lids on the jars and screw the rings on until they are fingertip tight, but not too tight.
- Process in Water Bath: Process the jars in a boiling water bath for about 15-20 minutes. This step is essential for proper sealing and preserving the filling.
- Cool and Store: Carefully remove the jars from the water bath and let them cool completely on a clean kitchen towel or rack. After 12-24 hours, check the seals and store the sealed jars in a cool, dark place.
Notes
Ensure that jars are warm when filling to prevent breakage and check seals after cooling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 45g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg