Description

This Dark Chocolate Strawberry Jam combines the natural sweetness and slight tartness of fresh strawberries with the rich, velvety flavor of dark chocolate. Perfect as a spread on toast, biscuits, or pancakes, or as a decadent topping over ice cream, this homemade jam offers a gourmet twist on classic fruit preserves. It’s quick to prepare on the stovetop and stores well in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Ingredients

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Jam Ingredients

2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Chocolate Mixture

4 oz dark chocolate (60–70% cocoa), finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt

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Instructions

Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine the hulled and chopped strawberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice to start the jam base.
Cook the Mixture: Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently to prevent sticking, until the strawberries break down and the mixture thickens, which typically takes about 10 to 12 minutes.
Mash the Berries: Use a potato masher or the back of a spoon to mash the strawberries to your preferred texture, whether chunky or smoother.
Add Chocolate and Flavorings: Remove the saucepan from heat and immediately stir in the finely chopped dark chocolate, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Continue stirring until the chocolate fully melts and the jam becomes smooth.
Cool and Store: Allow the jam to cool slightly before transferring it to a clean jar or container. Then let it cool to room temperature before sealing the container. Finally, store the jam in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

This rich and slightly tart jam is delicious on toast, biscuits, pancakes, or as a topping over ice cream.
For a smoother jam texture, blend the cooked strawberries before adding the dark chocolate and other flavorings.
Use dark chocolate with 60-70% cocoa content for the best balance of richness and smooth melting.
Make sure to store the jam in a clean, airtight container to preserve freshness.