Dark Chocolate Strawberry Jam Recipe
This Dark Chocolate Strawberry Jam Recipe combines sweet strawberries with rich chocolate. The result is a luxurious spread perfect for breakfast treats.
Equipment
- Medium heavy-bottomed saucepan
- Wooden spoon for stirring
- Sterilized glass jars
- Kitchen scale or measuring cups
- Fine mesh strainer
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries hulled and chopped
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 oz dark chocolate 70% cocoa, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Wash and hull strawberries carefully.
- Chop strawberries into small, even pieces.
- Combine strawberries and sugar in saucepan.
- Cook over medium heat for 10 minutes.
- Stir mixture frequently to prevent burning.
- Add chopped dark chocolate pieces gradually.
- Stir until chocolate melts completely smooth.
- Add lemon juice and vanilla extract.
- Cook additional 5-8 minutes until thickened.
- Test consistency on cold plate surface.
- Pour hot jam into sterilized jars.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm strawberries for best texture
- Chop chocolate finely for easier melting process
- Stir constantly when adding chocolate to prevent seizing
- Test jam consistency using the cold plate method
- Sterilize jars properly for longer shelf life