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5-Minute Blackberry Jam
Microwave blackberries with sugar and lemon juice until thick and jammy in under 5 minutes—no canning required. Spread warm on toast, swirl into yogurt, or jar it for the week ahead.
- Total time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 95

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Ingredients
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Step 1
Combine blackberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a microwave-safe bowl.
Step 2
Microwave on high for 3 minutes, stirring once halfway through.
Step 3
Stir vigorously for 1 minute—it will thicken as it cools and cools further when chilled.
Step 4
Cool for 2 minutes, then transfer to a jar or bowl.
Tools you’ll need
- microwave-safe bowl
- spoon
- glass jar
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