Strawberry Jam
Strawberry jam is the queen of summer preserves — a classic beloved by generations of Romanians, made from fresh, fragrant strawberries cooked with sugar and lemon juice. Unlike strawberry jelly (which is puréed), dulceață preserves the fruit whole or lightly crushed in a shining ruby-red syrup. The intense, floral, sweet-tart aroma of field or garden strawberries is unmistakable. Rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, strawberry jam is perfect on buttered bread, as a filling for cakes, tarts, crepes, or as a topping for ice cream and yogurt.
Servings
8
Prep
20 min
Cook
40 min
Total
60 min (plus 2–6 h macerating)
🥘Ingredients
servings
Main ingredients
Flavoring (optional)
✅Dietary Compatibility
Yield
approx. 3 jars of 370 ml
📦Storage
Refrigerator
Opened jar: up to 3 weeks in the refrigerator
Freezer
Sealed jar at room temperature: 12–18 months
🥗Nutrition Facts
Values per 100 g jam
Calories
230 kcal
Protein
0.4 g
Fat
0.2 g
Carbohydrates
57 g
Fiber
1 g
🍷Pairs Well With
💡Variations
Combine strawberries with raspberries (70/30) for a jam with a more complex, tarter flavor and a deeper color.
Add 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper and the zest of 1 lemon for a sophisticated version inspired by French cuisine.
Add 50 ml strawberry liqueur or Grand Marnier before jarring for an adult version, ideal as a filling for celebration cakes.