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Easy Mulberry Jam Recipe with Vanilla and Lemon Zest Perfect for Breakfast

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A quick and easy mulberry jam recipe featuring fresh mulberries, vanilla bean, and lemon zest, perfect for breakfast spreads and desserts.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups (600 grams) fresh mulberries
  • 1 ½ cups (300 grams) granulated sugar
  • Zest of 1 medium lemon
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 1 whole vanilla bean pod (or 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract as substitute)
  • 1 tablespoon pectin (optional)
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) water

Instructions

  1. Gently rinse 4 cups (600 grams) of fresh mulberries under cool water and drain well. Remove any stems or leaves. If using frozen, thaw completely and drain excess liquid.
  2. Split 1 vanilla bean pod lengthwise using a sharp knife. Scrape out the seeds and set aside both seeds and pod.
  3. In a large heavy-bottomed pot, combine mulberries, 1 ½ cups sugar, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, scraped vanilla seeds and pod, and ¼ cup water. Stir gently to combine.
  4. Place the pot over medium heat and bring to a gentle boil. Stir frequently to prevent sticking. Cook for 10 to 15 minutes until fruit breaks down and mixture thickens.
  5. Stir in lemon zest and optional 1 tablespoon pectin. Continue cooking for another 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
  6. Test for doneness by placing a spoonful on a chilled plate; if it wrinkles and holds shape without running quickly, the jam is ready.
  7. Remove vanilla pod and discard. Pour hot jam into sterilized glass jars, leaving about ¼ inch headspace. Wipe rims clean and seal tightly.
  8. Let jars cool completely at room temperature. Refrigerate and use within 3 weeks or process in a boiling water bath for long-term storage.

Notes

Use fresh lemon zest for brightness and balance. Stir gently to keep some mulberry chunks. Test jam set with the spoon test. Sterilize jars by boiling for at least 10 minutes. Vanilla bean pods provide richer flavor than extract. Optional pectin helps with firmer set, especially if using frozen berries.

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