• Confitures fraises
  • Easy Strawberry Jam

    Confitures fraises
    Preparation 10 min
    Cooking 45 min
    Refrigeration 0 min
    Freezing 0 min
    3 cups (750 mL)
    Piece of cake (easy)
    Dietary restrictions
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    Easy Strawberry Jam

    Introducing the best low-sugar easy strawberry jam!

    Homemade strawberry jam is an irresistible treat, combining the sweet flavor of fresh strawberries with a velvety, creamy texture. Made with love in your own kitchen, this traditional jam is the result of a simple and rewarding process.

    It’s the perfect sweet addition to crispy toast or a delightful dessert recipe. So grab your strawberries, a wooden spoon, and get ready to indulge in this mind-blowing homemade jam!

    How long does the jam last?

    This perfect jam recipe suggests using less sugar compared to many others, which affects its shelf life. Sugar plays a role in preserving the jam by creating an inhospitable environment for bacteria and mold, while also helping to thicken the jam.

    Specifically, this recipe will keep perfectly in the refrigerator or freezer for several weeks. However, if you prefer to can the jam for long-term storage, it’s better to double the amount of sugar to prevent bacterial growth.

    Doubling the granulated sugar will also significantly reduce the cooking time for the recipe. The sugar will help thicken your classic jam more quickly.

    What to do with runny jam?

    The secret to a good reduced-sugar jam is patience! Strawberries release a lot of water during cooking, and you need to simmer the mixture for a certain period to allow the water to evaporate. Alternatively, if you want to whip up this recipe in no time, you can add some pectin to it.

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    The Plate Test

    To determine if your jam is ready, place a small plate in the freezer. Once it’s chilled, drop a small amount of jam onto the plate. If the jam holds its shape without immediately running, or if it forms a thick skin that wrinkles slightly when pushed with your finger, it’s ready. Otherwise, continue cooking your jam until it passes the test!

Nutritional Information

  • Calories
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    Calories are units of energy. They represent a measurable quantity of energy brought by a food. Your energetic needs depend on your age, height, weight, gender and how active you are. The average need ranges around 2000 calories/day. A higher or inferior intake might affect your weight.
  • Lipids
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    Lipids (fats) are essential to your body. They are an important source of energy. However, an excessive consumption is associated with weight gain and higher risks of chronic diseases such as diabetes and cardiovascular problems. Unsaturated fats are preferable to saturated or trans fats.
  • Saturated fats
    - g
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    Saturated fats, commonly known as “bad fats”, are mostly found in processed foods and in some products of animal origin. If consumed in excess, they can have adverse effects on cardiovascular health, including increases in LDL-cholesterol levels. Try to eat better lipids such as those found in fish, nuts, oilseeds, and oils!
  • Cholesterol
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    Your body mainly uses cholesterol to produce hormones. It is only found in foods of animal origin such as meat, poultry, fish, and dairy products. However, dietary cholesterol has little to no influence on your cholesterol level compared to saturated and trans fats.
  • Sodium
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    In small quantities, sodium is an essential nutrient for your body. However, you probably eat too much of it without even being aware, and this overconsumption can have adverse effects on your health. Indeed, excess sodium targets organs and can lead to hypertension.
  • Carbohydrates
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    Carbohydrates are a good source of energy. They are your brain’s main source of fuel for all functions. The carbohydrate group is divided into simple and complex sugars, fibers, and starches. Carbohydrates are mostly found in fruits, dairy products, baked goods, pastries, sweets, cereals, and legumes. It is recommended to not eat high quantities of added sugars. Limit your intake to 50 g/day.
  • Fibers
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    Fibers have many health benefits. They are divided into two types: soluble and insoluble fibers. Soluble fibers can reduce your cholesterol level and help regulate glycemia (blood sugar levels). As for insoluble fibers, they increase stool bulk and regulate bowel function. Since they slow down the digestion process, they promote satiety, which contributes to appetite and weight control. You should consume at least 30 g everyday.
  • Proteins
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    Protein has different roles in your body. They are essential to muscle, blood, and even skin development! In fact, protein build most of your bodily structures. They also provide all the amino acids your body needs to make neurotransmitters, new molecules, enzymes, and even certain hormones!
Pamela Rousseau, RD, Registered Dietitian

Recipe developed with passion and good humor by:

Passionnée par la cuisine et les saines habitudes de vie, Paméla, fière membre de l’Ordre des diététistes-nutritionnistes du Québec, est à l’emploi de Bon pour toi depuis 2021 où elle écrit et vulgarise la science de la nutrition. Également, par ses compétences culinaires qu’elle a acquises lors de ses études, elle crée et développe des recettes aussi gourmandes que nutritives.

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