Description
A nostalgic, chunky spread made from fresh or frozen boysenberries, this preserve celebrates simple ingredients and rich, homemade flavor.
Ingredients
4 cups fresh or frozen boysenberries
2 cups granulated cane sugar
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp lemon zest
Optional: pinch of cinnamon or splash of vanilla bean
Instructions
1. Wash and de-stem the boysenberries. If using frozen, thaw and drain.
2. In a heavy saucepan, combine berries, sugar, lemon juice, and zest.
3. Bring mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently.
4. Let boil gently for 30 minutes, mashing slightly while keeping some texture.
5. Test on cold plate—if it gels slightly after 30 seconds, it’s ready.
6. Pour into sterilized jars while hot, clean rims, seal, and cool.
7. Store in fridge for 3 weeks or use water-bath canning for shelf storage.
Notes
Stir into homemade boysenberry ice cream for a swirl effect.
Use in cookies, pancakes, cakes, vinaigrettes, or even roasted veggie glazes.
Always use sterilized jars and avoid reusing lids.
Opened jars should be refrigerated and used within 2–3 weeks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30–35 minutes
- Category: Preserves
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tbsp
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: boysenberry preserves, homemade jam, berry spread