How to Make Jams & Jellies With No Sugar (5 Steps)

Many people have diets that call for no sugar. Diabetic diets are hard to follow because sweet items taste good. Jams and jellies for toast or English muffins are not allowed because of the sugar content. However, if you make a jam or jelly that had no sugar, you could eat as much as you wanted. Making homemade jam and jelly with real fruit and no sugar is a simple task.

Things You'll Need

  • 1 1/2 cups fresh chopped strawberries or blueberries
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 1 packet unflavored gelatin
  • Jelly jars and lid
  • Pot
  • Spoon
  • Stove

Instructions

  1. Mix the fresh berries and water in the pot.

  2. Bring the fruit to a boil and cook for five minutes.

  3. Smash the berries with a spoon. Turn off heat.

  4. Mix in the gelatin. Add a little less than 2 teaspoons for the blueberries and a full packet for the strawberries.

  5. Spoon mixture into jars. When cooled place them in the refrigerator for use.