Blueberry & Lavender Jam
Blueberry & Lavender Jam is a delightful fusion of sweet blueberries and aromatic lavender, capturing the essence of summer in every spoonful. This easy-to-make jam transforms your breakfast or dessert into a gourmet experience, making it perfect for spreading on toast, drizzling over pancakes, or topping vanilla ice cream. With its vibrant color and unique flavor, it’s not just a treat for the taste buds but also an ideal gift for loved ones.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings (1 tablespoon each) 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 sprigs culinary-grade fresh lavender
- Juice of 1 medium lemon (about ¼ cup)
- 1 packet pectin (1.75 oz)
Instructions
- Rinse blueberries under cold water, pat dry, and remove any stems.
- In a small saucepan, simmer half a cup of water with lavender for about 5 minutes to infuse.
- In a large pot, combine rinsed blueberries, sugar, lemon juice, and lavender-infused water (discard lavender).
- Heat over medium until boiling; reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes until thickened.
- Stir in pectin according to package instructions until dissolved.
- Pour hot jam into sterilized jars and seal tightly. Let cool before refrigerating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (20g)
- Calories: 52
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg