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Instant Pot Jam

Published: Feb 20, 2020 · Modified: Mar 2, 2020 by Anna 80 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase through links on our site, we may earn a commission.

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This Instant Pot Jam can be made with fresh or frozen fruit, like strawberries, blueberries, peaches, apricots and others. No pectin needed! 

Enjoy this delicious jam on a toasted bagel or Buttermilk Biscuits! It can be also used in desserts, like Angel Food cake, as a filling for crepes or swirled in cheesecake.

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Why This Method Works

Homemade jam is very easy to make, especially if you have an Instant Pot. You only need fruit, water, sugar, and lemon juice to make it. No high fructose corn syrup or pectin is needed! You can use virtually any fruit, fresh or frozen.  It takes only 3 minutes to pressure cook it and can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. We love it on toasted bagels or toast but also as fillings in desserts.

I always enjoy making basic staple ingredients from scratch. This homemade jam is my favorite. I always made it on the stove but since I got the Instant Pot, the process is much easier for me. I hope you try it!

Ingredients needed:

  • fruit: fresh or frozen; at least 1 pound; I used blueberries, strawberries and peaches;
  • water: necessary to build pressure in the Instant Pot;
  • granulated sugar: necessary for the texture and setting of the jam; don't skip it or the jam will be runny;
  • lemon juice: every jam needs acid so don't skip this ingredient;
  • cornstarch: needed to thicken the jam;
  • vanilla extract: adds flavor; optional.

How to make jam in the Instant Pot?

This jam can be made with pretty much any fruit. I made blueberry, strawberry, and peach jam.

Blueberry

  • Place berries (I used frozen) in the Instant Pot, and add water, lemon juice, and sugar.
  • Close the lid and set the timer to 3 minutes.
  • Once done, let the IP release pressure naturally.
  • Stir in a cornstarch slurry (mix cornstarch with water) and stir until the jam thickens.

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Blueberries with sugar in the Instant Pot.

Strawberry

  • Hull, wash and chop strawberries.
  • Place them in the Instant Pot, with water, lemon juice, and sugar.
  • Pressure cook for 3 minutes.
  • Let the Instant Pot release pressure naturally.
  • Stir in cornstarch slurry until thickened.
Chopped strawberries with sugar in pressure cooker.

Peach

  • Wash peaches. Slice in half, and remove the pit. Remove skin if desired.
  • Chop and place in the Instant Pot.
  • Add water, sugar, and lemon juice.
  • Pressure cook for 4 minutes.
  • Let the pressure release naturally.
  • Stir in the cornstarch slurry until the jam thickens.
Jams in jars next to Instant Pot.

Recipe FAQs:

Can I make this jam sugar-free?

Yes! You can use honey instead of sugar. Add ½ cup of honey or maple syrup to the fruit. Do not stir. You can also add ½ cup of chia seeds to thicken and skip the cornstarch slurry.

What other fruit can I use?

I made it with fresh and frozen cranberries and it was amazing. You can use blackberries, apricots, oranges, etc.

How long does it last?

This jam will easily last for up to 2 weeks in a fridge, in a jar with a lid.

How much does this recipe make?

This recipe makes one 16-ounce jar and one 8-ounce jar of jam.

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Also, check out my Instant Pot Guide for Beginners, filled with all the info you need to get started with your new appliance! Seeing BURN message on your IP? Read my Instant Pot Burn Message post to learn why and how to save your dish.

If you like this recipe and make it, let me know in the comments below! Don't forget to rate it if you enjoyed it!

Instant Pot jam in jars.

Instant Pot Jam

Author: Anna
This Instant Pot Jam can be made with fresh or frozen fruit, like strawberries, blueberries, peaches, apricots and others. No pectin needed! 
4.74 from 23 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 3 minutes mins
natural pressure release 10 minutes mins
Total Time 18 minutes mins
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 1 pint jar
Calories 914 kcal
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Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 lb blueberries fresh or frozen, see note
  • ¼ cup water
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional

Instructions
 

  • Make sure the insert is in your Instant Pot.
  • Place berries in the Instant Pot, add water, lemon juice and sugar. Do not stir!
    1 lb blueberries, ¼ cup water, 2 teaspoons lemon juice, ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • Close the lid and set the pressure valve to sealing position.
  • Press "manual" setting and set timer to 3 minutes.
  • Once the cooking cycle is done, let the IP release pressure naturally. Do not touch the valve.
  • Mix cornstarch with water in a small bowl.
    2 tablespoons cornstarch, 2 tablespoons water
  • Add cornstarch slurry into jam and stir until the thickens. Stir in vanilla.
    1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Cool until safe to handle, then pour into a jar.
  • Cool completely before storing in the fridge.

Notes

  • You can use fresh of frozen fruit. If you use frozen fruit, the Instant Pot will take longer to come to pressure. The cooking time stays the same.
  • I made this recipe with blueberries, strawberries, peaches, with fresh and frozen cranberries and it was amazing. You can use blackberries, apricots, oranges, etc.
  • Berries only need 3 minutes of cooking time. For larger fruit, use 4 to 5 minutes.
  • This recipe makes one 16oz jar and one 8 oz jar of jam.
  • Please note, that the nutrition value can vary depending on what product you use. The information below is an estimate. Always use calorie counter you are familiar with.

Nutrition

Calories: 914kcal | Carbohydrates: 231g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 13mg | Potassium: 349mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 196g | Vitamin A: 245IU | Vitamin C: 48mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 1mg
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  1. Linda says

    August 04, 2023 at 6:24 am

    5 stars
    Just made... Wonderful but can I water bath can for longer storage?

    Reply
    • Anna says

      August 08, 2023 at 11:39 pm

      Hi Linda! Thank you for making my recipe! I never tried canning this jam so I can't advise here.

      Reply
  2. Beth says

    July 06, 2023 at 12:18 pm

    2 stars
    Good taste but… I have blueberry syrup.
    I looked at other recipes afterward and most don’t call for water except for in the slurry. Also cooking time of 2 minutes.
    I did the addition of the vanilla.

    Reply
  3. Jeffrey says

    June 30, 2023 at 3:10 pm

    5 stars
    Most excellent way to have fresh raspberry jam!

    Reply
  4. Jaime says

    March 10, 2023 at 11:35 am

    How would I make it with oranges - just chop them up? Do I still add Lemon juice? Can I put orange zest in it to make it more like marmalade?

    Reply
  5. Janae says

    June 27, 2022 at 12:16 am

    What are the times for the other fruits you have made? I’m going to try this with guava and mango

    Reply
    • Anna says

      July 08, 2022 at 4:30 pm

      Hi Janae! I've never tried guava or mango. Sorry!

      Reply
  6. Jolene says

    May 22, 2022 at 3:02 pm

    5 stars
    I just made this with mulberries and it was very easy and turned out great! Thanks for such an easy to follow recipe.

    Reply
  7. Darlene D. says

    May 06, 2022 at 1:15 am

    Looking forward to trying this! Do you sterilize the jars and lids before you add the jam?

    Reply
  8. Bre Sallee says

    December 07, 2021 at 11:37 pm

    So excited to make this!
    Do you know if I can double the recipe in one batch?

    Reply
    • Bre Sallee says

      December 07, 2021 at 11:41 pm

      Also, when do you add the vanilla?

      Reply
  9. Ashley says

    October 31, 2021 at 8:01 am

    Is there a way to do this with Concord grapes?
    I wasn’t sure because of the skins and seeds?

    Reply
  10. Peaches says

    September 04, 2021 at 1:08 pm

    5 stars
    First attempt at making jam in instant pot- this is so easy and good ! Thanks for sharing this recipe.

    Reply
  11. Anna says

    July 22, 2021 at 7:27 am

    How do I make marmalade with oranges? Do I cut the whole orange including skin ?

    Reply
  12. CJ says

    July 20, 2021 at 5:09 pm

    5 stars
    I’ve now made this several times, and it’s a huge hit. I usually just use up fruit I have in the house but use half rhubarb with it. For some reason the rhubarb makes it taste exceptional. Our favorite so far is a combo of blueberries and rhubarb (1/2 an1/2). I double the batch and freeze extras in jars. Thanks so much for this simple and fast recipe.

    Reply
    • Anna says

      July 21, 2021 at 12:01 am

      Hi CJ! Yay! That's fantastic! I am so glad you are enjoying the jam! I absolutely love the blueberries and rhubarb combo idea. Wow! I can't wait to try it!

      Reply
  13. GIna says

    July 15, 2021 at 9:40 am

    Do you put the Chia seeds in the same time you would put the cornstarch in?

    Reply
  14. Meg says

    March 23, 2021 at 4:28 pm

    5 stars
    I love this recipe! If I wanted to do a bigger batch would I increase the cook time?

    Reply
    • Anna says

      March 24, 2021 at 10:57 am

      Hi Meg! I don't increase the time. It may take longer to come to pressure since there will be a bigger batch. I hope this helps!

      Reply
      • Meg says

        March 26, 2021 at 10:53 am

        It does, thank you! I’m new to pressure cooking and my boyfriend and I fell in love with this jam. I appreciate the tip. I want to make it for all my friends. ☺️

      • Anna says

        March 26, 2021 at 10:36 pm

        You are very welcome, Meg! Enjoy!

      • Cindy says

        April 24, 2021 at 10:29 am

        Would this recipe work with Splenda instead of sugar? Thanks!

      • Anna says

        April 30, 2021 at 9:39 pm

        Hi Cindy! I did not test it with Splenda. So sorry!

      • Debbie Gilbert says

        November 12, 2021 at 11:01 pm

        Did you try with Splenda or other sugar substitute?

  15. Weed says

    January 24, 2021 at 6:57 pm

    5 stars
    Amazing recipe! I’ve made just about every concoction I can come up with! I have to say the cherry grape concord is the best! I gave my jam away for Christmas ! Everyone is asking for refills!
    Thank you for posting this!

    Reply
    • Anna says

      February 05, 2021 at 10:46 pm

      Thank you so much! I am so glad you are enjoying the jam!

      Reply
    • Kelly L Hughes says

      August 25, 2021 at 2:13 pm

      Did you take the seeds out of the concord grapes first?

      Reply
    • Ashley Marie Hopkins says

      October 31, 2021 at 7:59 am

      How are you doing it with Concord grapes? I really want to do this but skins & seeds lol

      Reply
  16. Laura says

    January 10, 2021 at 3:16 pm

    Can you leave out the lemon? Allergy issues. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Heidi says

      January 23, 2021 at 5:15 pm

      I am new to making jams and canning but I think the lemon juice is to take the place of the pectin. So, I *think* if you omit the lemon juice you would have to use pectin.

      Reply
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