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Small Batch Strawberry-Serrano Refrigerator Jam

May 17, 2019 By Patricia 68 Comments

Small Batch Strawberry-Serrano Refrigerator Jam is the perfect thing to make now that strawberries are hitting the shelves. You’ll find a bunch of ways to enjoy this seasonally delicious and easy-to-make jam!

Small batch strawberry-serrano refrigerator jam is a delight. It's so easy to make, and delicious, too!

When my husband had the idea to head out for brunch last Sunday, I was definitely excited — it’s one of my favorite things to do! Neither of us really thought about the fact that it was Mother’s Day (in all fairness, both our moms live out of town).

Although we got seated quickly at a great spot in town, the service was so sloooooooow, and we ended up getting our meals at different times. Toss in an unusually windy day with patio umbrellas tipping over and hanging lights crashing to the ground, and you’ve got yourself a bit of a lame brunch. 

In hindsight, we should have stayed home and made biscuits topped with my small batch strawberry-serrano refrigerator jam. That would have been so much better!

Small Batch Strawberry-Serrano Refrigerator Jam is amazing! It's so easy to make and it makes a fabulous seasonal treat!

When I think about making jam, I think about my mom in the basement prepping jars for canning, then filling them full with delicious home-grown fruit. The best part of her canning was being able to have wonderful fruit spread whenever you wanted it, all year long.

Small batch strawberry-serrano refrigerator jam 

You’ll love the sweet, sweet strawberries that mingle with the spicy serrano pepper. This jam is a bit out of the ordinary, and it’s totally amazing!

Small Batch Strawberry-Serrano Refrigerator Jam is easy to make. It's a wonderful seasonal treat!

There’s no fuss or muss involved to make this small batch strawberry-serrano refrigerator jam. Doesn’t that sound good to you? It’s almost like fast food for jam — but with none of the bad stuff included!

I’ve never canned big quantities of jam before myself, but this small-batch version is perfect for my household. And since it’s super easy to make, it’s easy to whip up a jar whenever the mood strikes.

Small Batch Strawberry-Serrano Refrigerator Jam is a fabulous seasonal treat! This jam is so easy to make, too!

I’ve made a small-batch jam before using chia seeds, like Blackberry-Thyme Chia Seed Jam. This jam is thickened by the chia seeds, and the fresh fruit gives it all the good flavor.

If you like savory jams, you’ll love my recipe for Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Chipotle-Bacon Jam. Maybe strawberries are, ahem, your jam! If they are, give my seasonal recipe for Strawberry-Rhubarb Crumble for Two a go. So. Good!

I promise that you won’t think the serrano pepper brings more heat than needed to this jam. I served it both as a topping on crackers spread with Brie cheese, and drizzled over vanilla ice cream. Mmmm!

Small Batch Strawberry-Serrano Refrigerator Jam is a fun treat for the family! This seasonal jam is so easy to make, too!

** A few things to keep in mind if you make small batch strawberry-serrano refrigerator jam:
1) it’s a little on the thin side (and that’s what makes it a perfect topping to that vanilla ice cream). You can definitely use it like you do other jams, but it’s not super thick.
2) because this jam isn’t made using standard preserving or canning techniques, it will only last for about a week-and-a-half in the fridge, and it yields just the right amount.

Whenever the mood hits, make yourself a batch of this jam. Use it to top anything from waffles to toast to crackers to ice cream (my personal favorite)!

Small Batch Strawberry-Serrano Refrigerator Jam is a wonderful, seasonal treat. You'll love the flavors!

Nutrition

Calories

23 cal

Carbs

6 g
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Yields 12 ounces

Small Batch Strawberry-Serrano Refrigerator Jam

You'll love this jam made with the season's fresh fruit!

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Ingredients

  • 2-1/2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled, and cut into 1/4-inch pieces
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Serrano pepper, seeds and membrane removed, minced

Instructions

  1. Add all the ingredients to a large sauce pan over medium-high heat. Stir to mix.
  2. Bring the mixture to boil, stirring, for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes. Drizzle a bit of the mixture on a plate. If it’s a bit thin, continue to cook for another 5-8 minutes.
  4. Remove from the heat and allow to cool slightly. Transfer to a clean glass jar. When completely cool, add a lid to the jar and refrigerate.
  5. Use this as you would any other jam, although you should note that this jam may be a little thinner than others.

Notes

This jam is a bit thinner than most, and it will last only about a week-and-a-half in the refrigerator.

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Filed Under: Breakfast, Lunch, Recipes, Snacks, Vegetarian Tagged With: jam, refrigerator jam, seasonal fruit, small batch jam, Strawberries, strawberry jam, strawberry-serrano jam

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Comments

  1. Michelle says

    May 15, 2017 at 2:34 pm

    I love the sweet with a little bit of spicy. And I prefer the small batch stuff over canning, although my parents always did it too. This is going on my must try list!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 15, 2017 at 6:43 pm

      Thanks, Michelle! The small batch is soooo much easier, but I always appreciated jam in the winters growing up!
      Reply
  2. Kelli @ Hungry Hobby says

    May 15, 2017 at 3:02 pm

    YUMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM Love the hint of spice, very southwest!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 15, 2017 at 6:40 pm

      Thanks a bunch, Kelli!
      Reply
  3. Alicia Murray says

    May 15, 2017 at 3:03 pm

    I'd never have thought to use a serrano pepper in strawberry jam, but it sounds like it would be really great. I make a lot of jam in the summer and am going to have to try this one!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 15, 2017 at 6:39 pm

      That's awesome, Alicia! How lucky for you later in the year to have that canned jam! I hope you like this one!
      Reply
  4. Laura Rike says

    May 15, 2017 at 3:09 pm

    Awesome! Another way to enjoy strawberries. Will definitely try this at home.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 15, 2017 at 6:39 pm

      Thanks so much, Laura! I hope you like it!
      Reply
  5. candy says

    May 15, 2017 at 3:41 pm

    I will have to give a try when I make strawberry jam this year.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 15, 2017 at 6:38 pm

      I hope you it! Thanks, Candy!
      Reply
  6. Leah says

    May 15, 2017 at 7:06 pm

    I love spicy and sweet together, and this sounds amazing! What a lovely combination of flavors! I can't wait to try this out!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 17, 2017 at 1:59 pm

      Thanks so much, Leah! And so easy to make, too! :)
      Reply
  7. Corey | The Nostalgia Diaries says

    May 15, 2017 at 9:18 pm

    This sounds really interesting, but I do think it would be awesome with some cheese and crackers! It's kind of like the sweet chili sauce I've had before - sweet with a little kick! I'm going to have to try this!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 17, 2017 at 1:59 pm

      Hi Corey! I did serve this jam with Brie and crackers -- great minds! I hope you try it and enjoy!
      Reply
  8. Cori says

    May 16, 2017 at 12:14 am

    Wow- the pepper must add a great taste to the jam! I will have to test it out.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 17, 2017 at 1:58 pm

      Hi Cori - it really does! I hope you give it a try! Thanks!
      Reply
  9. Kate says

    May 16, 2017 at 1:44 am

    This would be soooo good on goat cheese and crackers! I love that it's a small batch recipe, too. Many times I don't want to make tons of something like this.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 17, 2017 at 1:57 pm

      It's really good with crackers and cheese, Kate! I hope you give it a try! Thanks!
      Reply
  10. Jolina says

    May 16, 2017 at 2:15 am

    This is a great way to use all these gorgeous strawberries! And I love that you used serrano pepper here. Yum!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 17, 2017 at 1:56 pm

      Thanks so much, Jolina! For sure!
      Reply
  11. Mattie says

    May 16, 2017 at 2:41 am

    Jam and Ice cream?! I had never thought of that, but this sounds like a must try!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 17, 2017 at 1:56 pm

      Hi Mattie! YES! It's a great combo :)
      Reply
  12. Meghan says

    May 16, 2017 at 3:14 am

    Oh my god I know what I'm going to be canning this weekend
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 17, 2017 at 1:55 pm

      That's awesome! I hope you like it! Thanks, Meghan!
      Reply
  13. Elena says

    May 16, 2017 at 7:43 am

    My mum used to make jam. She would combine every kind of fruit but I never know that you can combine it with pepper as well.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 17, 2017 at 1:55 pm

      Hi Elena! Yes, my mom, too. This is a quick and easy version, for sure. Thank you!
      Reply
  14. POOJA MITRA says

    May 16, 2017 at 10:49 am

    Jam is something I always buy. But this look yum and something I have not seen in the market. Thanks for the share. Will try definitely.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 17, 2017 at 1:55 pm

      Thanks, Pooja! I hope you love it!
      Reply
  15. Dalba says

    May 16, 2017 at 3:42 pm

    This looks amazing! I have don't my own strawberry jam before, but I think I want to try this recipe instead, sound more interesting then the one I currently do!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 17, 2017 at 1:54 pm

      Hi Dalba! Thank you! I hope you enjoy this if you try it!
      Reply
  16. Jessica Bradshaw says

    May 16, 2017 at 4:36 pm

    Sweet and spicy jams are my favorite! I love that you can make this in small batches. Perfect for at home or gift giving.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 17, 2017 at 1:54 pm

      Hi Jessica! Yes, gift giving is a great idea for this jam! Thanks for stopping by!
      Reply
  17. Sheri says

    May 16, 2017 at 4:38 pm

    I love brunch too! LOL. I love Strawberry jam, and we make a lot of jam here, with strawberries and apricots.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 17, 2017 at 1:53 pm

      That's so great, Sheri! Love fresh fruit! Thanks for stopping by!
      Reply
  18. Tione says

    May 17, 2017 at 3:30 am

    I have never tried making jam yet still I love eating it along with crackers. This recipe seems so easy and it does not required a lot of ingredients.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 17, 2017 at 1:53 pm

      Hi Tione! This is a really easy recipe! Not your usual canning technique. Hope you give it a try!
      Reply
  19. Amanda says

    May 17, 2017 at 9:24 am

    This is brilliant! Love this combo.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 17, 2017 at 1:52 pm

      Thanks, Amanda!
      Reply
  20. Taiwo says

    May 17, 2017 at 3:16 pm

    Looks amazing!!! Would make a great mother's day gift!! I'll be sure to try it.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 17, 2017 at 8:36 pm

      Thank you, Taiwo!
      Reply
  21. Dee says

    May 17, 2017 at 3:17 pm

    This looks so delicious-I can't wait to try making it!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 17, 2017 at 8:36 pm

      Thanks so much, Dee!
      Reply
  22. Amy Mcclung says

    May 8, 2019 at 2:53 am

    I'd never have thought to use a serrano pepper in strawberry jam, but it sounds like it would be really great. Thank you so much.
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 7, 2020 at 3:28 pm

      Yes, a fun addition! Thank you, Amy!
      Reply
  23. Albany says

    May 17, 2019 at 11:19 am

    Now this is a recipe I would totally save and savor!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 17, 2019 at 8:47 pm

      Thanks so much, Albany!
      Reply
  24. Gena says

    May 17, 2019 at 11:20 am

    I love the combination! I bet it will be amazing with crackers or just on toast with coffee as well!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 17, 2019 at 8:47 pm

      Thanks, Gena! Don't forget drizzled over vanilla ice cream/frozen yogurt :)
      Reply
  25. Brandi Wiatrak says

    May 17, 2019 at 1:42 pm

    I love sweets and I love spicy stuff! This is such an awesome recipe! I'd love to drape it over cream cheese and have it with crackers. MMMMMMM
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 17, 2019 at 8:46 pm

      Thanks for stopping by, Brandi! Yes, it's a great combo!
      Reply
  26. Sara Welch says

    May 17, 2019 at 8:22 pm

    Nothing better than strawberry season! This is so great to have on hand; there are so many things I can use this with; yum!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 17, 2019 at 8:46 pm

      Oh, for sure! I hope you try it (my fave is on vanilla ice cream)!
      Reply
  27. Shannon Graham says

    May 17, 2019 at 8:50 pm

    What a delicious mixture of flavors. This sounds pretty easy to tackle!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 7, 2020 at 3:26 pm

      Very easy! Thanks, Shannon!
      Reply
  28. Katerina @ diethood .com says

    May 18, 2019 at 5:55 am

    OH my, I have to try this!! It sounds SO good!!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
  29. Angela says

    May 18, 2019 at 6:21 am

    This looks and sounds so delicious! I love the combo of sweet & spicy...can't wait to make this!!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 7, 2020 at 3:25 pm

      Thank you, Angela! Enjoy!
      Reply
  30. Catalina says

    May 18, 2019 at 7:08 am

    Strawberry jam is my favorite! We use a lot for breakfasts! I should make it asap!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 7, 2020 at 3:25 pm

      Awesome! Enjoy, Catalina!
      Reply
  31. Steph says

    May 18, 2019 at 12:56 pm

    I never thought to add peppers when I make jam but this was incredible!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 7, 2020 at 3:25 pm

      Thank you, Steph!
      Reply
  32. Rachel says

    May 18, 2019 at 7:19 pm

    Ooooh! This sounds amazing! I LOVE spicy fruit combinations!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 7, 2020 at 3:25 pm

      Thank you, Rachel!
      Reply
  33. Beth Pierce says

    May 19, 2019 at 4:01 pm

    What a delicious and easy recipe! This was great with my morning toast and coffee!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
  34. Melissa Balgobin says

    May 19, 2019 at 7:37 pm

    I love just about anything strawberry! This would be a hit in my home :)
    Reply
  35. Krista says

    May 20, 2019 at 10:13 am

    Sweet and spicy is my favorite flavor combination! Awesome recipe!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
  36. Kattie says

    August 22, 2019 at 5:11 pm

    Does anyone know if you can make this, freeze it, then slowly defrost when it suits you? I love to not have to go through the canning process and still enjoy homegrown strawberries in the winter.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 22, 2019 at 8:35 pm

      Hmmm...I have no idea - sorry, Kattie!
      Reply

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