Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation Steps
- Begin by grinding the fresh lavender buds using a mortar and pestle until they reach a fine consistency; this should take about 2-3 minutes. Set the prepared lavender aside.
- To ensure your jam stays fresh, sterilize three half-pint canning jars in boiling water for at least 10 minutes. Once sterilized, remove the jars using tongs and let them cool on a clean kitchen towel.
- In a large skillet, combine the blueberries, honey, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest over medium heat. Allow the mixture to come to a gentle simmer, mashing the blueberries slightly with a fork or potato masher for about 5-7 minutes.
- As the jam mixture bubbles, gently scrape off the foam with a spoon and set it aside.
- To determine if your jam has reached the desired thickness, perform the freezer test after about 10-15 minutes of cooking. Place a teaspoon of the jam on a cold plate and return it to the freezer for 5 minutes.
- Once the jam has set to your liking, promptly remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the finely ground lavender.
- Carefully spoon the hot jam into your sterilized canning jars, leaving about a quarter-inch headspace at the top. Seal the jars with lids and process them in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes.
Nutrition
Notes
Use fresh blueberries and lavender for the best flavor. Store unopened jars in a cool, dark place and refrigerate after opening. Consume within a month for optimal taste and quality.
