This strawberry freezer jam is one of the easiest ways to preserve fresh strawberries at peak season. No canning, no special equipment, and no standing over a hot stove.
This easy strawberry freezer jam recipe is perfect for using fresh strawberries when they’re in season, especially if you’ve picked up a flat of strawberries from a farm stand or farmers market.
If you’ve ever come home with a flat of strawberries and thought, now what? this is your answer! It takes just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of stirring to turn fresh berries into a sweet, spreadable jam you can enjoy all year long.
If you’re working through a flat of strawberries, you may also want to check out my guide on how to freeze strawberries for an easy way to save berries for later.
Why This Recipe Works
- No canning required - Skip the water bath and the guesswork.
- Perfect for strawberry season - It's a great way to use up a lot of berries at once.
- Fresh, bright flavor - Tastes like summer in a jar. For real.
- Freezer-friendly - Make now, enjoy later.
I also have ideas of what to make with fresh strawberries if you want to use some now!
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What Is Freezer Jam?
Freezer jam is a quick, no-cook jam made by combining fresh fruit, sugar, and pectin, then storing it in the freezer instead of canning it. This recipe has a special place in my heart! My Grandma Rood used to make freezer jam and store it in old peanut butter jars.
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Unlike traditional jam, freezer jam:
- isn’t cooked for long periods
- has a brighter, fresher flavor
- is stored in the freezer instead of pantry shelves
It’s one of the easiest ways to preserve strawberries.
🛒 Ingredients
- fresh strawberries
- granulated sugar
- fruit pectin (such as Sure-Jell or Ball freezer pectin)
- water
See recipe card below for specific quantities and ingredient list.
You can also use frozen strawberries for this recipe. Just thaw and drain excess liquid first. Learn exactly how in my guide on freezing strawberries.
🥣 How to Make Strawberry Freezer Jam
- Step 1: Prepare the strawberries. Wash and hull. Crush the strawberries using a potato masher or fork. You want a slightly chunky texture.
- Step 2: Measure the sugar. Measure the sugar according to your pectin package instructions and add to crushed strawberries.
- Step 3: Combine pectin and water. In a small saucepan, bring the pectin and water to a boil, stirring constantly.
- Step 4: Mix everything together. Pour the hot pectin mixture into the strawberries and sugar. Stir well for several minutes until the sugar dissolves.
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- Step 5: Fill containers. Pour the jam into freezer-safe containers, leaving about ½ inch of space at the top.
Step 6. Let it set. Let the jam sit at room temperature for about 24 hours to set.
Transfer to the freezer for long-term storage.
Helpful tip: Put one jar to use right away in the fridge. It will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.
Low Sugar Strawberry Freezer Jam (My Go-To Version)
If you prefer a less sweet jam, you can absolutely make low sugar strawberry freezer jam. This is actually the version I make most often!
The key is using a low or no-sugar pectin, which is designed to set with less sugar.
What You’ll Need
- 2 cups crushed strawberries
- 1 to 1½ cups sugar
- 1 package low sugar pectin
- water
How to Make It
- Crush strawberries
- Measure sugar
- Cook pectin
- Combine
- Fill containers
- Freeze
Important Tips for Low Sugar Jam
Use the right pectin - Regular pectin won’t set properly with less sugar. Be sure to use a low or no-sugar version.
Expect a softer set - Low sugar jam is usually a little looser than traditional freezer jam but still spreads beautifully and tastes just as good
Flavor is more strawberry-forward - With less sugar, the strawberry flavor really shines.
Tips for the Best Freezer Jam
- Don’t skip the sugar ratio. Freezer jam relies on sugar to set properly.
- Leave headspace. Jam expands as it freezes, so don’t fill containers to the top.
- Use ripe strawberries. The better the berries, the better the jam. 🍓
Storage
Store in the refrigerator up to 3 weeks or the freezer up to 1 year.
How to Use Strawberry Freezer Jam
- spread on toast or biscuits
- swirl into yogurt
- spoon over ice cream
- use in thumbprint cookies
- add to oatmeal
What to Make with a Flat of Strawberries
If you have more strawberries to use up, try:
- Strawberry Pretzel Salad
- How to Freeze Strawberries
- Strawberry Overnight Oats
- Strawberry Crumb Cake
- Homemade Strawberry Lemonade
If you make this recipe, I’d love to know what you think! Leave a ⭐ star rating and review below. It helps other readers and makes my day! 😉
Strawberry Freezer Jam
Ingredients
Method
- Prep berries: Wash, hull, and crush strawberries using a potato masher. Do not puree because small chunks help texture.
- Add sugar: Stir 4 cups granulated sugar into 2 cups crushed strawberries. Let sit 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. (This draws out juice and dissolves sugar.)
- Cook: In a small saucepan, combine 1 box powdered fruit pectin and ¾ cup water. Bring to a boil. Boil for 1 minute while stirring constantly. Remove from heat immediately.
- Combine: Pour hot pectin mixture into strawberries. Stir constantly for 3 minutes. Mixture will still look loose and that’s normal.
- Fill containers: Pour into jars or freezer containers, leaving ½ inch space at top.
- Let stand at room temp 24 hours until set.Freeze until ready to use.
