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Categories: Breakfasts & Brunches
Sea Buckthorn Jam
Vibrant golden jam bursting with tart-sweet sea buckthorn berries, lemon, and honey. Perfect on toast, yogurt, or pastries.
Prep Time:10 minCook Time:35 minTotal Time:45 minServings:8Difficulty:Easy
Sea buckthorn jam is one of those delightful discoveries that changes how you think about breakfast. These small golden-orange berries, with their distinctive tart-sweet flavor and bright acidity, make an absolutely stunning preserve that tastes like autumn in a jar. The flavor is complex—tangy without being harsh, naturally sweet without needing excessive sugar, with subtle floral notes that make people ask what's in your jam.
What I love most about making this jam at home is how simple it really is. Just sea buckthorn berries, a touch of honey, fresh lemon juice, and a little patience while they bubble away on the stovetop. There's no need for pectin or complicated techniques. The berries have enough natural pectin to set beautifully, and the result is a preserve with genuine fruit flavor that makes you remember why homemade jam is worth the effort.
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories:80 kcal
Protein:0.5 g
Carbs:20 g
Fat:0.3 g
Directions
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Rinse the sea buckthorn berries gently under cool water and drain thoroughly.
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In a heavy-bottomed pot, combine the berries, water, honey, and lemon zest. Stir well to combine.
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Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to medium and simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally. The jam will darken slightly and thicken as it cooks.
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Add the fresh lemon juice and stir. Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes more until the mixture reaches jam consistency (test by dropping a spoonful on a cold plate—it should wrinkle when pushed).
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Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes. Carefully pour into sterilized glass jars, leaving ½ inch headspace.
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Seal with lids and allow to cool completely at room temperature. The jam will continue to set as it cools.
Ingredients
- Fresh sea buckthorn berries:3 cups
- Raw honey:½ cup
- Fresh lemon juice:2 tbsp
- Lemon zest:1 tsp
- Water:¼ cup
Tips & Notes
- Use fresh, ripe sea buckthorn berries for the best flavor and natural pectin content.
- If you prefer a smoother jam, strain the cooked berries through a fine-mesh sieve before jarring, pressing gently to extract all the fruit.
- Store unopened jars in a cool, dark place for up to one year. Once opened, refrigerate and use within 2-3 weeks.
- Sea buckthorn jam pairs beautifully with soft cheeses, vanilla yogurt, or swirled into breakfast porridge.
