I had to use Walmart brand FROZEN unsweetened blackberries only because I haven't been able to find fresh blackberry bushes here. I just let them partially thaw out before using them. Other than that, I kept to the recipe. This firmed up perfectly and had the right amount of sweetness with a hint of spice. This is one of the best blackberry jams I've had yet! Next time, I'll try this without the spices (even though I liked it, the family did not). Either way, I bet good money that it will turn out fantastic every time.
This is the BEST jam I've ever had. It has so much flavor and not too sweet. I didn't use the cinnamon and allspice, I just wanted the basics and it turned out great! I also used this jam in a cobbler recipe and it turned out great too. Enjoy!
This makes excellent jam! I've only ever made jelly/jam with pectin, so I admit I was a little nervous at first not putting it in. However, the cornstarch thickened it up nicely and the pectin wasn't necessary at all! The only thing I changed was I left out the allspice because I didn't have any.
This was the easiest jam I have ever made and it was awesome. I had picked two pints of blackberries so I only could make half the recipe. I canned two half-pint jars with half the recipe. I did not use the Allspice b/c I didn't have any. I imagine Vanilla extract or Vanilla bean would be great added to this recipe as well.
Loved this jam! It was my first jam and this was pretty easy. We used it for toppings for pancakes, cheesecake, toast and also for sandwiches. Next time, we will hold off on the allspice & cinnamon to try for a fresh, berry flavor. Delicious. Will use again and again.
I made this as a topping for a blackberry pie. Very delicious! Make sure you keep stirring constantly though. Don't step away or you might burn the bottom of it because it thickens very quickly.
Great for a first time jam maker! Simple ingredients and easy preparation that make for an impressive finished product. For the first batch I didn't add the spices. In the second batch I added the cinnamon....AWESOME. This recipe is a keeper. If you've never made jam, start here.
My first time making jam..... Super easy.. Fast quick easy.. I also canned it after I was done. I made so far 2 batches and I have more to make. both batches was made with (Oregon) wild blackberries. *1st batch I omitted the all spice, ground cinnamon just because I wanted the plain 'ol fashion recipe style... Raised bees for the first time this year, about a week ago we got the honey soooo guess what *2nd batch in place of sugar I used honey (honey replacement value is equal 1/1) so 1 cup honey replaced the one cup sugar, I also used 3/4 teaspoon vanilla, I omitted the all spice so I used a little more ground cinnamon 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon. as for the cornstarch I used 2 1/2 tablespoons just because I used the honey instead of sugar..... IT TURNED OUT EXCELLENT LOVED IT WITH THE HONEY & VANILLA!!!! Give it a shot and tell me what you think... ENJOY! thank you for a great recipe. Wonderful to can.
EXCELLENT recipe! I added 1 tsp vanilla dxtract and it almost gave it a dessert quality. I could eat it by the spoonful! For those who don't like it sweet, don't add the vanilla, but if you've got a sweet tooth like me, the vanilla definitely kicks up the flavor (maybe reduce it to 1/2 tsp, I just eyeballed it) . I think it'd be great over ice cream or cheesecake. Thanks for the recipe!
First time making jam since helping my Grandmother 30 years ago and WOW! I did core the berries first by using a drinking straw. But other then that I stuck to the recipe and it turned out great.
