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Quick Small-Batch Strawberry Vanilla Bean Jam

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A fast and easy homemade jam recipe using fresh strawberries and a vanilla bean, perfect for small batches and ready in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 grams) fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered
  • ½ cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 whole vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped (or 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract as substitute)

Instructions

  1. Rinse the strawberries under cold water, then gently hull and quarter them to roughly uniform pieces. (5 minutes)
  2. Using a sharp knife, carefully slice the vanilla bean lengthwise. Scrape out the tiny seeds with the knife’s edge or a small spoon. Set both seeds and pod aside. (2 minutes)
  3. Place the strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, vanilla seeds, and the scraped pod into a medium saucepan. Stir gently to combine. (2 minutes)
  4. Heat the mixture over medium heat until it begins to bubble gently, stirring frequently to prevent sticking. Once bubbling, reduce heat to low and simmer. Mash the strawberries slightly as they soften. (15-20 minutes)
  5. Check the consistency by dipping a spoon and running your finger through the coating—if it holds a clear line, it’s ready. If too runny, simmer longer, stirring regularly. (5 minutes)
  6. Remove the vanilla pod and discard it to prevent bitterness. (1 minute)
  7. Let the jam cool at room temperature for about 20 minutes, then transfer to a clean jar. Seal and refrigerate. The jam will thicken as it cools. (20 minutes)

Notes

Keep stirring gently during simmering to avoid scorching. Skim off foam if it forms for a clearer jam. For smoother jam, blend lightly after cooking. Vanilla extract can substitute the vanilla bean but with less depth. Frozen strawberries can be used but may require longer cooking.

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