Name: Delicious No-Cook Strawberry Freezer Jam Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 4 cups strawberries (or other berries, fresh or frozen); 1 ½ cups sugar; 3 ½ tbsp freezer pectin, (Mrs. Wages No Cook Fruit Pectin, or similar)

Jump to Recipe Print Recipe

Making homemade strawberry (or peach!) jam doesn’t have to be complicated. With our no-cook freezer jam recipes, you can enjoy the fresh, sweet taste of strawberries or peaches all year round. Let’s get started with this easy and delicious method!

When peach, strawberry, and raspberry season hits, the idea of making homemade jam sounds like a dream come true—visions of sunny days and delicious treats to keep us cozy through winter. But let’s be honest, the thought of all that canning time, effort, and know-how can turn those happy thoughts into a bit of a hassle. If you’re nodding along, freezer jam might just be your new best friend. It’s quick, simple, and you can whip up a batch in 30 minutes or less. Let’s dive into the easy-peasy world of freezer jam!

MORE: The Basics of Home Canning and How to Get Started

Why Choose Freezer Jam Over Canned Jam?

Freezer jam isn’t just easy to make; it also bursts with a brighter, fresher flavor than traditional canned jam. You get to pick your favorite fruits—whether they’re from your garden or the local farmers’ market—and turn them into delicious jam with minimal effort. Plus, you can use plastic containers or jars, and some recipes don’t even require cooking!

Now, there are a few things to keep in mind. If you’re storing your jam in the fridge, you’ll need to use it up fairly quickly. For longer storage, the freezer is your friend (hence the name “Freezer Jam!”). Just remember, if you’re planning to give your homemade jam as gifts, it’ll need to stay cold, which might rule out mailing it. But hey, a personal delivery with a jar of fresh jam is a great excuse to catch up with loved ones!

Essential Supplies for Making Freezer Jam

As you dive into freezer jam recipes, you’ll notice some call for cooking the sugar and pectin on the stovetop before freezing, while others are no-cook versions. And if you’re like me, you’re all about the no-cook method—it’s faster, easier, and still delivers amazing results. But, you’ll need a special ingredient to get it just right.

What You’ll Need

Ripe fruit

Catch your fruit at its peak for the best flavor. Whether it’s strawberries, peaches, or raspberries, fresher is always better.

Freezer pectin

This magical ingredient thickens your no-cook jam. It’s sometimes called no-cook, instant, or freezer pectin. Remember, for no-cook freezer jam, regular pectin won’t do the trick—you need the special stuff. If your recipe involves cooking, then regular fruit pectin is fine. Both types come in liquid or powder form and are available at most supermarkets or online.

Sugar

It sweetens the jam, helps it set, and keeps bacteria at bay. If you’re watching your sugar intake, look for special pectin labeled for no-sugar or low-sugar freezer jam.

Jars or containers

Use glass jars or plastic containers with lids that are rated for freezer use. They’ll keep your jam fresh and delicious for months.

Mrs. Wages No Cook Freezer Jam | Fruit Pectin...

VITEVER 6 Pack Glass Baby Food Storage Containers...

Step-by-Step Guide to Freezer Jam

Making freezer jam is a breeze, especially with the no-cook method. First, find a reliable recipe for no-cook freezer jam. Start by washing, hulling, and stemming your fruit. Place the fruit in a large mixing bowl and crush with a potato masher or pastry blender. If you prefer, you can pulse it lightly in a food processor, but be sure to keep some chunks for that delightful texture—no puree here!

Next, combine sugar and freezer pectin in another bowl, stirring until well blended. Add this sugar-pectin mixture to your crushed fruit and stir for three minutes. Once mixed, pour the jam into jars, leaving about a half-inch of headspace at the top. Clean up any drips, then screw on the lids securely. Let the jars stand for 30 minutes to allow the jam to thicken. Finally, pop your fresh jam into the freezer or fridge immediately. And there you have it—delicious, homemade freezer jam without any fuss!

Delicious Freezer Jam Recipes

Who doesn’t love the sweet, fresh taste of homemade jam? Even better when it’s quick and easy to make! Below, you’ll find two delightful freezer jam recipes that will bring a burst of summer flavor to your table year-round. Whether you prefer the classic taste of strawberries or the juicy goodness of peaches, these recipes are perfect for preserving your favorite fruits with minimal effort.

strawberry freezer jam recipe carton with glass jars

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

5 from 3 votes

Delicious No-Cook Strawberry Freezer Jam Recipe

This Easy No-Cook Berry Freezer Jam is a quick and delightful way to preserve your favorite berries. With just a few simple ingredients and no cooking required, you can enjoy fresh, homemade jam in just 10 minutes. Perfect for spreading on toast or gifting to friends!

Prep Time10

Total Time10

Course: Condiment

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Calories: 34kcal

Ingredients

4 cups strawberries or other berries, fresh or frozen
1 ½ cups sugar
3 ½ tbsp freezer pectin, Mrs. Wages No Cook Fruit Pectin, or similar

Instructions

Place prepared fruit in a bowl and crush to desired consistency. If using frozen fruit all to thaw in the refrigerator before crushing.
Combine sugar and freezer pectin in a small bowl. Blend well. Stir sugar mixture into crushed fruit.
Stir for 3 minutes
Ladle jam into clean, free-safe containers, leaving 1/2 inch headspace. Secure lids and allow to stand 30 minutes to thicken. Note: Freezer jam set is softer than cooked jam
Store in freezer for up to 1 year.

Notes

Mrs. Wages No Cook Fruit Pectin comes with instructions that you can substitute the sugar with Splenda No Calorie Sweetener (granular) cup-for-cup. Either 1 1/2 cups sugar or 1 1/2 granular Splenda.

Nutrition

peach freezer jam glass jar with half peach cut

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

5 from 3 votes

Easy Peach Freezer Jam

When they're in season, peaches are plentiful and relatively cheap,too. But the season is short. What to do with all those ripe peaches? Make jam ... freezer jam! So easy.

Prep Time15

Cook Time1

Course: Condiment

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Calories: 57kcal

Author: Mary Hunt

Ingredients

3 cups fresh, fully ripe peaches about 2 lbs
1 ¼ cups granulated white sugar
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup water
1 (1.75 oz) box Sure-Jell Fruit Pectin

Instructions

Peel, pit and coarsely chop the peaches
Place the peaches in the bowl of a food processor and pulse until you reach a chunky puree. (Don't have a food processor? Use a potato masher to mash them up in a large bowl.) You need exactly 3 cups of puree.
Pour the puree into in a large bowl. Add the sugar, gradually, stirring until dissolved.
Stir in the lemon juice. Allow sitting until the sugar is no longer grainy, fully dissolved, stirring occasionally.
Meanwhile, add the pectin and water to a small saucepan. Stir to combine. Bring mixture to a boil, stirring constantly. Boil for one minute, while stirring. Remove from heat.
Add pectin mixture to peaches. Stir for about 3 mins. The mixture will thicken slightly.
Spoon the jam into clean jars or other containers and apply the lids, making sure you leave about 1/2-inch of space at the top of the jar to allow for expansion in the freezer.
Allow the jars to sit at room temperature for 1 hour or longer to set. Store the jam in the refrigerator or the freezer. The jam will last in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 weeks and in the freezer for up to a year.

Notes

NOTE: If while sitting and prior to freezing, the jam seems to separate, re-stir and keep stirring until combined. This may happen if the sugar and pectin are not completely dissolved.

Nutrition

Question: What’s your favorite summer fruit to turn into homemade jam? Share your sweet creations with us.

EverydayCheapskate™ is reader-supported. We participate in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and other affiliate advertising programs, designed to provide a means for us to earn from qualifying purchases, at no cost to you.

More from Everyday Cheapskate

female hand wiping painted wall with microfiber cloth

How to Wash Painted Walls Without Streaks or Wrecked Paint

Free Summer Activities for Kids Who Are “So Bored”

backyard bbq party for memorial day menu planning

5 Memorial Day Menus You Can Pull Off Without Stress

open refrigerator in kitchen reduce food waste in summer

The Fridge Habit That Cuts Summer Food Waste

homemade beeswax furniture polish woman wiping cutting board

How to Make Beeswax Furniture Polish From Scratch

woman walking with basket down store aisle grocery items with the biggest price increases

5 Grocery Items Seeing the Biggest Price Increases Now

Easy Japanese Chicken Wings for Parties and Potlucks

northern colorado home backyard upgrades on a budget two comfortable chairs and patio umbrella for shade

The Backyard Change That Kept Us Home More Often

when to open and close windows to keep house cool

The “Open It or Close It” Rule That Lowers Your Power Bill

Please keep your comments positive, encouraging, helpful, brief,
and on-topic in keeping with EC Commenting Guidelines

Last update on 2026-05-22 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API

Sheri B. says:

June 29, 2024 at 1:16 pm

Thank you Mary.
Can I leave the one I am using in the fridge? Or does it need to stay in the freezer?

Mary Hunt says:
June 29, 2024 at 2:28 pm

Sure! No problem.

June 28, 2024 at 3:51 pm

How many servings are in 1 jar of Strawberry Freezer jam?
I don’t have the room in my small apt freezer for all of those.

Mary Hunt says:
June 29, 2024 at 12:39 pm

Well, I guess that depends on what you measure to be one serving! I can tell you that generally speaking there are 32 U.S. tablespoons in 1 pint. So a half-pint jam jar renders approximately 16 tablespoons. I’ll let you decide how many tablespoons equal one serving.

Colorado Peaches!! says:

June 29, 2022 at 2:47 pm

As you know, Colorado peaches are the best! I have a technique to make a frozen pie filling (it will work with any stone fruit) that lets me have fresh peach pie in December!!

Easy Freezer Jam Recipes: Step-by-Step Guide for Homemade Berry & Peach Jam

Why Choose Freezer Jam Over Canned Jam?