Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon

Canning Strawberries

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star No reviews
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 5–6 half-pint jars 1x
  • Category: Preserves
  • Method: Canning
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

Canning strawberries is a simple way to preserve the bright, sweet flavor of summer all year long! Whether you use them for pies, topping yogurt, or spooning over pancakes, home-canned strawberries are a pantry treasure that’s as delicious as it is versatile.

Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 4 pounds fresh strawberries, hulled
  • 3 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice (bottled)
  • 4 cups water (for syrup)

Instructions

  1. Sterilize jars, lids, and rings by boiling them in water for 10 minutes. Keep them warm until ready to use.
  2. In a large pot, combine water and sugar to create a light syrup. Heat over medium until sugar dissolves. Stir in lemon juice and keep warm.
  3. Rinse and hull strawberries. You can leave them whole or halve them depending on preference.
  4. Pack strawberries tightly into the sterilized jars, leaving about 1/2 inch of headspace.
  5. Pour the hot syrup over the strawberries, ensuring they are fully covered. Remove air bubbles using a spatula or chopstick and adjust headspace if necessary.
  6. Wipe jar rims, place lids and rings, and tighten until fingertip tight.
  7. Process jars in a boiling water bath for 15 minutes (adjust time based on altitude).
  8. Carefully remove jars and let cool completely. Check seals after 24 hours. Store sealed jars in a cool, dark place for up to 12 months.

Notes

  • Use bottled lemon juice for consistent acidity, which ensures safe preservation.
  • Don’t overcook the syrup—it should be light and not caramelized.
  • Try flavor variations like adding vanilla beans or mint leaves to each jar.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
  • Calories: 50
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 0mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 13g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Find it online: https://www.cookingflash.com/canning-strawberries/

\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n","isUserRated":"0","version":"7.6.31","wc_post_id":"21452","isCookiesEnabled":"1","loadLastCommentId":"0","dataFilterCallbacks":[],"phraseFilters":[],"scrollSize":"32","url":"https:\/\/www.cookingflash.com\/wp-admin\/admin-ajax.php","customAjaxUrl":"https:\/\/www.cookingflash.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/wpdiscuz\/utils\/ajax\/wpdiscuz-ajax.php","bubbleUpdateUrl":"https:\/\/www.cookingflash.com\/wp-json\/wpdiscuz\/v1\/update","restNonce":"ea37c59f97","is_rate_editable":"0","menu_icon":"https:\/\/www.cookingflash.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/wpdiscuz\/assets\/img\/plugin-icon\/wpdiscuz-svg.svg","menu_icon_hover":"https:\/\/www.cookingflash.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/wpdiscuz\/assets\/img\/plugin-icon\/wpdiscuz-svg_hover.svg","is_email_field_required":"1"};