Serviceberry Jam- Freezer Jam Recipe (2024)

When people think about serviceberry recipes, jam always comes to mind. This serviceberry jam is infused with vanilla and just the right amount of sugar. Not too sweet, not too tart.

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And it could not be easier. This jelly is made without pectin and is a freezer-style jam. But we have included instructions for canning as well.

From serviceberry muffins to my famous serviceberry galette, which is like a rustic pie, I have been keeping busy with these little berries. They are only in season for a short time so let's get to it!

Serviceberries also referred to as a juneberry or Saskatoon berry, are in season for 2 to 3 weeks between June and August depending on where you live.

📖Why MyRecipe Works

• Given that these delicate little berries are only around for a short time jams and jellies are the perfect way to preserve them so you can enjoy them all year long.
• Jam is the perfect way to use up serviceberries. When properly cooked the jam requires no pectin. And this is a freezer jam, so no special canning skills or equipment is required.
• Jams can use up to 1:1 ratio of berries to sugar but I find that two sweet. We are closer to 2:1 ratio in this recipe.
• Lemon juice adds the required acidity to preserve the jam, regardless if you preserve it in a water bath or freeze it.

🧾Ingredient Notes

You need 2 cups of serviceberries for this recipe. The recipe can be doubled or tripled without modification. You will also need:

• Sugar- I used granulated white sugar but you can also use monk fruit or coconut sugar.
• Lemon Juice- Use bottled lemon juice for uniform acidity.
• Vanilla Extract- Optional but I love the flavor it brings. You could also try balsamic vinegar for a unique twist.

⏲️How to Make Serviceberry Jam

Before making the jam you need to thoroughly wash the berries and remove any tiny stems they may have left.

Step 1- Mash the Berries

Mashing half the berries (or a little) less gives the best texture. For a smoother jam, you can mash them all. You can use the back of a spoon, a potato masher (my preference), pulse in a food processor, or use a handheld immersion blender.

Step 2- Boil

Add all the berries, sugar, and lemon juice to a medium-sized saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat. You will want to actively stir to prevent burning. Once the berries begin to release their juices and the sugar dissolves the mixture will begin to boil.

Turn down the heat, and simmer for 25 minutes or until the jam reaches 220F degrees.

Step 3- Cool

Scoop your jam into jars to cool. For freezing be sure to leave headspace, a ¼ inch of empty space at the top. Once cool store in the fridge.

🌡️Storing Serviceberry Jam

The jam can either be refrigerated for up to 10-12 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

Canning Instructions

If using pre-sterilized jars, boil in water for5 minutes. If hot, clean jars are used instead, then the minimum process time is 10 minutes. Please read more about the basics of canning if this is new to you.

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