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10-Min Strawberry Jam
Microwave jam that's ready in five minutes — just strawberries, sugar, and lemon cooked down until thick and glossy. No canning equipment, no fuss.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 8
- Calories
- 104
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Ingredients
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Step 1
Combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a microwave-safe bowl.
Step 2
Microwave on high for 3 minutes, then stir and scrape the edges.
Step 3
Microwave another 2 minutes until the mixture looks glossy and thick.
Step 4
Let cool 5 minutes — it will thicken as it cools.
Step 5
Transfer to a jar or container and refrigerate up to 2 weeks.
Tools you’ll need
- microwave-safe bowl
- spoon
- jar or airtight container
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