Description
Blueberry & Lavender Jam is a delightful fusion of sweet, juicy blueberries and aromatic lavender, creating a unique and vibrant spread that elevates any meal. This easy-to-make jam transforms simple toast into a gourmet breakfast and enhances pastries with its floral notes. With its jewel-like color and unforgettable flavor, this jam is perfect for sharing or savoring alone.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh blueberries (or thawed frozen)
- 2 tablespoons dried culinary lavender
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 packet (1.75 oz) powdered pectin
Instructions
- Rinse fresh blueberries under cool water. If using frozen, ensure they are fully thawed.
- In a large pot, combine blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Stir gently to release blueberry juices.
- Add dried lavender and let sit for 15 minutes to infuse flavors.
- Cook the mixture over medium heat until boiling, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Stir in pectin while maintaining a rapid boil for 1 minute until thickened.
- Remove from heat, cool slightly, then pour into sterilized jars and seal tightly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg