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    Home » Recipes » Spices & Condiments

    Pineapple Freezer Jam

    Published: Jun 20, 2019 · Modified: Aug 9, 2021 by Heather · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · 767 words. · About 4 minutes to read this article.

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    Pineapple Freezer Jam by The Toasty Kitchen
    Pineapple Freezer Jam by The Toasty Kitchen
    Pineapple Freezer Jam by The Toasty Kitchen

    Pineapple Freezer Jam is a fun and tropical twist on your every day jam. Sweet, with a bright and fresh pineapple flavor, this jam is made on the stove top in minutes and will keep in the freezer for a year.

    Two jars of jam with a spoon.

    If you're a fan of pineapple, you'll love this freezer jam recipe. It's easy to make and doesn't require any canning equipment! Freezer jam is stored in the freezer or refrigerator, making it easy to prepare and enjoy all year long.

    All you'll need for this recipe is pineapple, sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Cornstarch is used to thicken the jam without having to purchase a special ingredient like pectin.

    Enjoy this pineapple jam on toast for breakfast, added to a batch of homemade ice cream, or on top of baked brie as a party appetizer.

    An open jar of jam on a white wooden counter top.What is freezer jam?

    What exactly is freezer jam, and how is it different than regular jam?

    Freezer jam is stored in the freezer, instead of on the shelf in your pantry or in the refrigerator. When you're ready to use it, your jam can be transferred to the refrigerator and will last for several weeks.

    But, it has a much shorter shelf life than traditional canned jams or store bought jams.

    You may be thinking, "why make freezer jam?" The benefit of freezer jam is that it's easy to make and takes much less time than traditional canning.

    Freezer jam is made in just a few minutes with fresh, seasonal fruits. Your jam retains that fresh fruit flavor, even after months in the freezer.

    Do I need to sterilize my jars?

    Since this jam is not shelf stable, you do not need to sterilize your jars. Regular, clean jars are sufficient.

    However, if you’d like to sterilize your jars as an additional precaution, you are welcome to do so.

    Sterilizing is something that is done in canning to remove bacteria, yeast, or fungi on your jars before filling them with cooked fruits or vegetables. This is done because canned foods are meant to be stored at room temperature for long periods of time. Those jars need to be free of bacteria, which would cause your food to spoil over time.

    Since freezer jam is stored in the refrigerator or freezer at all times, there is no need to sterilize your jars beforehand.

    This jam recipe is not shelf stable. I repeat – not shelf stable! It must be stored in the refrigerator or freezer, and is not a replacement for a traditional canning recipe for shelf stable jams.

    A jar of pineapple jam with a spoon in it.Jam uses

    If you don't eat a lot of toast, there are still many uses for jam. Top pancakes, waffles, or french toast with a spoonful of jam. Jam can also be used as an ice cream topping.

    Or, try my recipe for homemade jam popsicles - substitute the strawberry jam with pineapple jam!

    Love making yogurt parfaits? Add a dollop of pineapple jam to your next cup of yogurt. You can also add a spoonful of jam to smoothies before blending, adding an extra layer of fresh fruit flavor.

    A jar of pineapple jam with a spoon in it.
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    5 from 3 reviews

    Pineapple Freezer Jam

    Sweet, with a bright and fresh pineapple flavor, this jam is made on the stove top in minutes and will keep in the freezer for a year. Recipe makes about two 8 ounce jars.
    Prep Time5 minutes
    Cook Time15 minutes
    Servings: 16 servings
    Calories: 66kcal
    Author: Heather

    Ingredients

    • 1 pineapple, peeled and cored
    • ¾ cup granulated sugar
    • ½ cup water
    • 2 tablespoons lemon juice, (juice from one lemon)
    • 2 teaspoons cornstarch

    Instructions

    • Using a box grater, grate pineapple into small pieces. Or, chop with a knife.
    • In a saucepan over medium heat, add grated pineapple, granulated sugar, water, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Stir until sugar has dissolved. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low.
    • Simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until mixture has reduced slightly. The jam should thickly coat the back of a spoon (and will continue to thicken as it cools).
    • Remove from heat, and allow to cool slightly. Pour into two 8 ounce jars (if freezing, leave up to ½ inch of space at the top of your jar for expansion when frozen), and allow to cool completely before adding lids. Store for up to 1 year in freezer, or up to 3 weeks in the refrigerator.

    Equipment Recommendations

    • SS 3-Quart Saucepan
    • Red Spoonula Set
    • 8 ounce Ball Mason Jars with lids
    • Lemon Juicer

    Notes

    • If freezing, leave ½" at the top of the jar to allow the jam to expand slightly when freezing.
    • Freezer jam is NOT shelf stable and needs to be kept in the freezer or refrigerator. Treat your freezer jam like fresh produce, it will go bad after a few weeks in the refrigerator.

    Nutrition Estimate

    Serving: 2tablespoons | Calories: 66kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 64mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 33IU | Vitamin C: 28mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 1mg
    Course: Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine: American

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    1. Karly

      June 21, 2019 at 11:05 am

      Love this! I've made strawberry freezer jam and it's always been a big hit!

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      • Heather

        June 25, 2019 at 12:58 pm

        Strawberry jam is always a favorite in our house!

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