Name: Easy Homemade Mango Jam (No Pectin Needed!)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 large Mango (ripe); 1 large Mango (raw); ½ cup Sugar; 1 Tbsp Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed)

Easy Homemade Mango Jam (No Pectin Needed!)

30 minutes

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About Easy Homemade Mango Jam (No Pectin Needed!)

Taste the sunshine with this incredibly easy homemade Mango Jam! Bursting with fresh, natural flavor, it's the perfect way to capture summer's sweetness any time of year.

Made with just three simple ingredients—ripe mangoes, sugar, and a squeeze of lemon—this jam lets the true essence of the fruit shine through. No pectin or preservatives needed!

Spread it on toast, swirl it into yogurt, or use it as a luscious filling for pastries. This Mango Jam is a versatile treat you'll make again and again.

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Recipe Time & More

Prep10

Cook20

Total30

Calories39 kcal

Serves

Served AsBreakfast Desserts Snacks

Recipe TasteSour Sweet Tangy

Ingredients

▢ 1 large Mango ripe
▢ 1 large Mango raw
▢ ½ cup Sugar
▢ 1 Tbsp Lemon Juice freshly squeezed

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Instructions

Peel and finely chop the raw mango. Place the chopped raw mango in a blender and pulse for a few minutes to break it down.
Add the chopped ripe mango to the blender and pulse briefly to combine with the raw mango. Avoid over-processing; you want some texture to remain.
In a non-stick pan over low-medium heat, combine the mango mixture and sugar. Cook, stirring frequently, until the sugar dissolves completely.
Continue cooking the jam, stirring regularly, until it thickens. This should take about 15 minutes, or possibly a bit longer. The jam is ready when it coats the back of a spoon.
Remove the jam from the heat and stir in the lemon juice. The lemon juice helps to brighten the flavor and balance the sweetness, as well as acting as a natural preservative.
Let the jam cool completely before transferring it to a sterilized jar. Store the jam in the refrigerator. Be sure to use a clean spoon each time you serve the jam to maintain its freshness.

Recipe Notes

Good To Know

For a smoother texture, blend the mangoes until completely pureed before cooking. If you prefer a chunkier jam, mash them lightly by hand.
To enhance the jam’s color and tang, add a pinch of turmeric or a bit of passion fruit pulp.
For a thicker jam without pectin, cook the mixture over low heat and stir frequently, or add a grated green apple early in the cooking process.

Expert Tips

Choose ripe but firm mangoes for the best flavor and texture in your jam.
Adjust the amount of sugar to your preference, depending on the sweetness of the mangoes.
Sterilize your jars and lids before canning to ensure a proper seal and prevent spoilage.

Storage Instructions

Store the jam in sterilized glass jars in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.
For longer shelf life, use the water bath canning method to preserve it safely at room temperature.