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Mary Berry Blackberry Jam Recipe

Mary Berry Blackberry Jam recipe

Mary Berry Blackberry Jam is a traditional fruit preserve made by cooking blackberries with sugar until thick and glossy.

Ingredients

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  • 1 kg fresh blackberries

  • 750 g granulated sugar

  • Juice of 1 lemon

  • 100 ml water

Instructions

 

  • Prepare the blackberries – Wash the berries thoroughly and remove any stems or damaged fruit.

  • Cook the fruit – Place the blackberries and water in a large saucepan and cook over medium heat until the berries soften.

  • Mash the berries slightly – Use a spoon or potato masher to break down the fruit and release juices.

  • Add sugar and lemon juice – Stir in the sugar and lemon juice until the sugar dissolves completely.

  • Bring to a rolling boil – Increase the heat and allow the mixture to boil rapidly for about 10–15 minutes.

  • Test the jam set – Drop a spoonful onto a chilled plate. If it wrinkles when pushed, the jam is ready.

  • Remove foam – Skim off any foam from the surface for a smoother jam.

  • Fill sterilized jars – Carefully ladle the hot jam into sterilized jars.

  • Seal and cool – Close the jars tightly and allow them to cool completely.