Description
A delicious jam combining the sweet, tart flavor of blackberries with floral lavender and a touch of vanilla, perfect for breakfast spreads.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups blackberries
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tablespoon fresh lavender flowers (or 1 teaspoon dried)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon pectin (optional for thicker jam)
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine blackberries, sugar, and water over medium heat.
- Stir gently until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture starts to bubble.
- Add lavender flowers, vanilla extract, and lemon juice. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Simmer for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally until the mixture thickens slightly.
- If using, stir in the pectin and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Pour the jam into sterilized jars and seal tightly.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks or process in a water bath for longer storage.
Notes
Use fresh, ripe blackberries for the best flavor. Adjust sugar to your sweetness preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: jam, blackberry, lavender, homemade, fruit preserve