Strawberry- Pineapple Jams Recipe/ How To Make Jam At Home/ Easy To Make jam/ Fruit Jam

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides sweetness with fewer calories.

pectin

💰Cheaper: gelatin

Gelatin can be used as a thickening agent.

vanilla extract

💰Cheaper: vanilla essence

Vanilla essence is a less expensive alternative.

cinnamon

💰Cheaper: nutmeg

Nutmeg can provide a similar warm flavor.

Prepare jars by sterilizing them in boiling water for 10 minutes.

Wash and hull strawberries, then chop them into small pieces.

Peel and core the pineapple, then chop into small pieces.

Combine strawberries and pineapple in a large bowl.

Add sugar to the fruit mixture and stir until well combined.

Let the mixture sit for 30 minutes to allow the fruit to release juices.

Add lemon juice, pectin, and salt to the fruit mixture.

Stir well to dissolve the pectin completely.

If desired, add vanilla extract and cinnamon to enhance flavor.

Transfer the mixture to a pot and bring to a boil over medium heat.

Boil for about 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until thickened.

Remove from heat and pour into sterilized jars.

Seal jars tightly and allow to cool at room temperature.

Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks or process in a water bath for longer storage.

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