I was a bit shocked at just how easy it was to make this delectable Instant Pot strawberry jam! This particular Instant Pot jam calls for just three ingredients: fresh strawberries, orange juice, and sugar — no pectin needed! It’s quickly become one of my favorite Instant Pot recipes.
There’s a lot to love about this recipe, the first being how quick it is! The strawberries cook in literally one minute, and even if you factor in the time it takes to pressurize and depressurize the pot, you’re still making homemade jam in under an hour!
Jillee’s Take:
How To Make Instant Pot Strawberry Jam
Ingredients:
- 1 lb. strawberries
- 1/8 cup sugar
- 1 orange
Directions:
Start by rinsing the strawberries thoroughly and removing the greens with a paring knife. Slice the strawberries in half and place them in your Instant Pot.
Sprinkle the sugar over the halved strawberries and let them sit for about 10 minutes. This gives the sugar time to start drawing the moisture out of the strawberries — a necessary step for this Instant Pot method.
Use a reamer or juicer to juice the orange, then add 1 ounce of fresh orange juice to the strawberries and sugar.
Seal the Instant Pot lid, then pressure cook on high pressure for 1 minute. Let the pressure release naturally for 15 minutes. The strawberries will thicken and resemble a thick compote.
Use a blender or immersion blender to puree the jam until it reaches your desired consistency and texture.
Store your berry jam in an airtight container in your refrigerator for up to 4 weeks, or freeze it for up to 1 year. Serve on toast, ice cream, or waffles for delicious results.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Use Lemon Juice Instead Of Orange Juice?
Yes, any citrus juice will do. You may want to add a bit more sugar to the strawberries to offset the extra tartness of the lemon juice.
Why Does This Jam Use Orange Juice?
Citrus juice helps activate the natural pectin in fruits like strawberries, which helps thicken jam and help it set. Pectin forms a web-like structure that gives jams their firm texture. Some fruits, including strawberries and apricots, don’t have as much natural pectin as others, so adding citrus juice is especially helpful.
Can I Make Instant Pot Strawberry Jam With Pectin?
To make Instant Pot strawberry jam with pectin, you will need fresh or frozen strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, and pectin. Combine the ingredients in your Instant Pot and cook on high pressure for a few minutes. Let the pressure release naturally, then transfer the jam to a jar.
Can I Use Make Strawberry Jam With Frozen Strawberries?
Yes, you can use frozen strawberries to make strawberry jam. Frozen berries work well in jam recipes and retain their flavor when cooked, though the finished jam may be a bit thin due to the additional moisture.
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What Is The Cooking Time For Instant Pot Jam?
The cooking time for Instant Pot jam is typically around 1 minute on high pressure. With this quick and easy method, you’ll be enjoying homemade jam in no time!
How Can I Thicken Homemade Strawberry Jam?
To thicken a homemade strawberry jam, use pectin or cook the jam on your stovetop to cook off excess liquid. You can also use a potato masher to break down the strawberries and achieve a thicker consistency.
Can I Use My Instant Pot To Make Other Types Of Jams?
Absolutely! You can make any kind of jam you like in an Instant Pot.
Can I Freeze My Homemade Strawberry Jam?
Yes! Just make sure to leave about half an inch of headspace at the top to allow for expansion. When you’re ready to use it, thaw it in your fridge overnight and stir well.
Conclusion
Homemade Instant Pot strawberry jam is incredibly quick and easy! Load up on fresh strawberries when they’re on sale and have a jam-making marathon!
Have you tried homemade Instant Pot jam?
Instant Pot Strawberry Jam Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 lb strawberries
- 1/8 cup sugar
- 1 oz orange juice freshly squeezed
Instructions
- Wash the strawberries, remove the greens with a paring knife, then slice them in half and place them in your Instant Pot.
- Sprinkle the sugar over the halved strawberries and let them sit for 10 minutes to get nice and juicy.
- Add the fresh orange juice to the strawberries and sugar, then seal the lid.
- Cook on high pressure for 1 minute, then let the pressure release naturally for 15 minutes.
- Use a blender or immersion blender to achieve your desired texture, then store the finished jam in an airtight container.
- Refrigerate for up to 4 weeks, or freeze for up to 1 year.
Could you use frozen strawberries? I live in a country where strawberries are rarely grown but I can get some frozen ones.
I haven’t tried it, but I don’t see why not! Let me know how it turns out :-)
I made this in the 8 quart ip and the berries turned almost white. Overdone? I followed this recipe exactly
Hmmm, I’ve never heard of berries turning white during cooking. Was there still liquid in the pot, or were the berries scorched?
Love this recipe. I’ve made strawberry jam a couple times and have problems with my fruit floating to the top of the jar and the jam just looking–for lack of a better word–gross. My question is, does this have to be refrigerated or will it seal in the jar for storing in the panty? Refrigeration might be a deal breaker for me.
I’ve only ever made small batches and refrigerated them, but I’m sure it would work wonderfully! Here’s a step-by-step tutorial: http://jillee.co/2tfiCnb
Could you can this for storage? I don’t have a lot of freezer space but I do have room for jars!
I don’t see why not! Here’s a tutorial: http://jillee.co/2tfiCnb
Can you double, triple, etc recipe? Same time?
Thanks
I don’t see why not!
So classic and simple, and definitely what I want for lunch right now : )
If I don’t have an instant pot, can I use my pressure cooker?
Yes! An Instant Pot is just a pressure cooker with some extra features :-)
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Haven’t seen an instant pot in the stores. Guess I’ll check Ebay and Amazon
MJ, just click on the underlined words “instant pot” in the post to shop :-)
Can you freeze this jam and use it later?
Absolutely!
Not a fan of strawberries. I know I know I’ve been teased my whole life, who doesn’t like strawberries. I raise my hand. But love raspberries. Also does the jam firm up some? Can’t tell by the picture but it looks thin. This would be my first time attempting jam. Thank you. I love your site.
It is a thinner jam. It’s perfect for your first time making jam – it’s so easy!
Hi, how would this work on fresh raspberries? Or other fruit?
Wonderfully! :-)
Thanks, I’m assuming same recipe?
Yep! :-)
As you have stated, it’s a little thin. How would you suggest thickening it up. Pectin, corn starch, more sugar?
’m making a batch but I forgot to wash the berries first. I had put them in one of those green bags to extend their life. But after 8 put in the ip I remembered I hadn’t washed prior to putting them in the bag;)
I just made some today with some fresh picked raspberries and it turned out great.
I’m making a batch but I forgot to wash the berries first. I had put them in one of those green bags to extend their life. But after 8 put in the ip I remembered I hadn’t washed prior to putting them in the bag;)
Mine turned into a soupy mess. I doubles the recipe but followed everything the same. What am I doing wrong?
Likewise, I doubled and put in 2 minutes and it was soupy mess thank thankfully can at least be used for pancake syrup. May be I should try to do just as said here.
When you double the recipe it doesn’t get cooked as well as the original recipe calls for. First time I made it the exact recipe came out great the 2nd time I also doubled the recipe and even cooked a little longer due to the extra strawberries. Came out like a really good thick syrup not jam. Next time original amount of strawberries and had the really good jam again.
Hi Jillee,
You usually include a “Printer Friendly” button for those of us who need it. Do you have this post available to print? Thanks a bunch!
P.S: LOVE your website!
There’s a green “printer friendly” button towards the bottom of the post :-)
I don’t have the insta pot but I do have an electric pressure cooker. Would this recipe work in that? Or how would it have to be changed?
Thanks
I’m sure that it would work in a pressure cooker, but it might take some experimentation :-)
Please add instructions for those of us who do NOT have an Instant Pot! Thx
Combine the sugar and orange juice in a small saucepan and cook over very low heat for 10 minutes, until the sugar is dissolved. Add the strawberries and continue to cook over very low heat for 20 minutes, until the strawberries release some of their juices and the mixture boils slowly. Cook until the mixture begins to gel. :-)
I’ve seen the insta pot group on Facebook. This gal also has great decorating ideas. The name of the group is Debbie doos insta pot cooking. It’s got some great posts.
Wow, good to know how easy this is to make, especially in a pinch. Sounds yummy, and I cannot wait to make some. Thanks!
Dont waste your time! This is so thin you could drink it! Certainly not jam!
How many pounds of strawberries can I make at one time? Can these also be frozen in airtight containers?
(Love my Instant Pot!)
You can make a bunch of jam at once – just use the same proportions and don’t fill the Instant Pot too full. And you can absolutely freeze the leftovers!
If anyone is on Face Book, there is an Instant Pot Group to join. Plenty of help and recipe suggestions.
It is sort of an addiction! It is an electric pressure cooker. The abosute best for hard cooked eggs….I steam 6 minutes, turn off for 7 minutes, release the steam and put in cold water for 6 minutes. The shells just slip off.
No Sure-Jell?
Nope! :-)
I tried this with four pounds of strawberries, and thought I’d have to increase the cook time, so I tried 3 minutes, but I ended up with way too much liquid and had to reduce what was left on the stove for an hour. If you try to do more than one pound, I wouldn’t increase the cook time at all.
I have not seen answers as to for using crock pot if one does not have instant pot.
Olga, the two appliances are not similar at all, so you would probably just need to search for a recipe using a crock pot.
Can you do a water bath for longer keeping?
Sure!
This would be great for my Mom. She had a hip replacement last year, and it’s difficult for her to stand for long periods of time.
She’s always made her own jams, and I feel sad for her when I see her having to give certain things up. I’ll have to buy her an instant pot for Mother’s Day!
That’s so sweet of you! :-)
Oops . I meant we love our instapot. For some crazy reason ! my iPad wasn’t letting me see the screen while I was typing this.
Glad you posted this. We don’t do much canning in Missouri. The summers are so hot and humid. I like that this won’t steam up the kitchen. We live vet our insta pot. My folks got one from Walmart. I had seen a picture of our model in good housekeeping. It was $60 ,which is the cheapest price, I’ve seen. Love strawberry jam. I definitely want to try this.
I don’t have an instant pot. Can a normal pressure cook (not electric), work just as well?
I don’t see why not!
Would you be able to freeze this after it is made? How long would it keep? So there is no need to use a water bath?
You can definitely freeze the leftover jam for at least six months! And you could use a water bath to make it last even longer!
How does this thicken since there is not pectin
I use cornstarch to thicken when I make strawberry pie. I think it would work with this recipe also.
Fruit has a certain amount of naturally occurring pectin that can help jam thicken some on its own. I usually simmer fruit for awhile, but this sounds like an alternative. It will never be really thick on its own, but if used straight from the freezer is the perfect consistency.
There is natural pectin in fruit! Plus, the sugar cooks down and thickens a bit as well :-)
How long does the jam keep for?
A few weeks in the fridge, about 6 months in the freezer, and longer if you properly can the leftovers!
Approximately how much jam does this recipe make?
1-2 cups, depending on the strawberries you have!
Can you please tell what an Instant Pot is, I’ve never heard of it?
Is it possible to make jam in another pot if you cannot afford a instant pot?
Here’s a couple of posts all about it
How to Use an Instant Pot: http://jillee.co/2qipFtk
Favorite Recipes: http://jillee.co/2qiHkRS