Strawberry Jam
Strawberry jam is a classic fruit preserve made with fresh strawberries, lemon juice and sugar. Thanks to the Thermomix TM7 preserving function, the fruit cooks evenly with automatic stirring, so the sugar caramelises gently without burning. In one bowl you get a glossy, aromatic jam that captures summer flavour all year round.
About this recipe
Strawberry jam with the Thermomix TM7 is one of the most rewarding preserves you can make with an all-in-one kitchen machine. When strawberry season arrives and punnets are overflowing, this recipe turns fresh strawberries, lemon juice and sugar into a glossy, ruby-red jam without standing at the hob stirring a hot pan. The TM7 preserving function controls the heat precisely, so the sugar dissolves and cooks gently rather than catching on the bottom, while the rotating blade keeps everything moving hands-free. The lemon juice does important work here: it brightens the berry flavour and helps the jam reach a lovely set consistency. People searching for easy breakfast spreads or homemade gift ideas will love how little attention this recipe demands. Pour the hot jam into sterilised jars and you will enjoy summer strawberries on toast, yoghurt or scones for months to come, made entirely in one bowl with minimal washing up.
Preparation tips
- Use fully ripe, fragrant strawberries for the deepest flavour, and hull them just before cooking so they do not lose juice. Smaller berries can stay whole, while larger ones are best halved for even cooking.
- Always fill sterilised jars to the brim with hot jam, seal immediately and turn upside down for a few minutes to create a vacuum. Store the jars in a cool, dark cupboard and refrigerate after opening.
- For a lower-sugar version, use special gelling sugar with pectin and follow the ratio on the packet. Children love helping to mash the strawberries and decorate the jam jars with labels and ribbons for gifts.
Recipe variations
- Vanilla-strawberry variation: add the seeds of one vanilla pod to the strawberries and sugar. The warm vanilla notes complement the sweet berries beautifully and make this jam taste like a patisserie spread.
- Festive mixed berry variation: replace half the strawberries with raspberries and redcurrants for a deeper red colour and tangier flavour. This combination is perfect for Christmas gift jars served with scones or pancakes.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Built-in precision - The TM7 scale weighs sugar and strawberries directly in the mixing bowl to the exact gram. [Weighing]. [Precision Control]
- Precise control - The Thermomix heats the strawberry mixture gradually so the sugar dissolves completely without scorching. [Heating]. [Precision Control]
- Hands-free cooking - The TM7 stirring blade keeps the jam moving while the sugar caramelises into a rich, glossy preserve. [Browning]. [Hands-Free]
- Multi-functionality - The Thermomix mashes half the strawberries into a smooth base while leaving fruit pieces for texture. [Mixing]. [Multi-Function]
- Time savings - The TM7 grates the lemon zest and squeezes juice in seconds before the jam cooking begins. [Grating]. [Time Savings]
Ingredients
- strawberries
- lemon juice
- sugar