Homemade Gooseberry Jam

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Homemade Gooseberry Jam.

1. Step 1

   Start by trimming the blossom and stem ends from fresh gooseberries, ensuring you have only the best fruit for your recipe.

2. Step 2

   Next, employ a food mill to transform the berries into a velvety mash, capturing their vibrant flavor.

3. Step 3

   Measure out 4 cups of this luscious berry mash into a spacious pot, then blend in sugar until the mixture is harmoniously combined.

4. Step 4

   Set the pot over high heat and bring it to a vigorous rolling boil.

5. Step 5

   Once it reaches a boil, maintain the heat and stir continuously for one full minute to achieve the perfect consistency.

6. Step 6

   After boiling, remove the pot from the heat and gently fold in the liquid pectin, using a large metal spoon to skim off any foam that may have formed on the surface.

7. Step 7

   While the berry mixture cools slightly, sterilize your jars and lids by boiling them in water for at least ten minutes.

8. Step 8

   Alternate between skimming the foam and stirring the berry mixture during this time, allowing it to cool for about five minutes.

9. Step 9

   Carefully ladle the hot berry concoction into the sterilized jars, ensuring you leave a quarter-inch headspace at the top of each jar.

10. Step 10

    In a large stockpot, place a rack at the bottom and fill it halfway with water, bringing it to a boil over high heat.

11. Step 11

    Using a jar holder, gently lower the filled jars into the pot, making sure there is a two-inch gap between each jar.

12. Step 12

    If needed, add more boiling water until it covers the tops of the jars by at least one inch.

13. Step 13

    Cover the pot and process the jars in boiling water for ten minutes to ensure a proper seal.

14. Step 14

    Once the time is up, carefully lift the jars from the stockpot and place them on a cloth-covered or wooden surface, allowing them to cool several inches apart.

15. Step 15

    After they have cooled, press the center of each lid with your finger to check the seal; if it remains firm and does not pop back, you’ve achieved a tight seal.

16. Step 16

    Store your beautifully sealed jars in a cool, dark place, ready to enjoy the delightful taste of homemade gooseberry preserves.