Blueberries & lime complement each other beautifully so are perfect partners in this Blueberry & Lime Jam! So delicious you’ll want to make this blueberry jam again and again.
The other day I was looking at the search terms that people had typed into my search tab and the top one was for Blueberry & Lime Jam. I was intrigued as I’d never come across this flavour combination before and decided I had to try it.
So, I set about developing this Blueberry & Lime Jam recipe and after a couple of attempts arrived at the recipe below!
What does Blueberry & Lime Jam taste like?
Well after making this jam I completely understood why it was being searched for. The lime just seems to elevate the blueberry flavour beautifully with a subtle back note of lime flavour. You really need to try it to see what I mean!
Why aren’t the ingredients given in cups?
This is a question I get asked so often. The bottom line is that you cannot accurately convert a volume to a weight. I tried weighing a couple of different cups of blueberries but depending on the size of the blueberries the weights differed by 20 grams. Hence when you multiply that up for a jam recipe that’s a large margin of error. The reason my jams are so popular is because I give precise instructions for successful jam making. So, if you live across the pond and don’t own a set of digital scales, I believe they’re not expensive and available in Walmart. You really won’t look back, trust me!
Can you scale this Blueberry & Lime Jam recipe up?
I wouldn’t as the only time I get complaints is when readers have scaled up a jam recipe and I get comments saying that they have boiled the jam for ages and the jam hasn’t set yet. Smaller quantities of fruit will set quicker and large quantities will take longer (or if to large no set at all) so it’s better to make 2 batches at the same time than double up in one pan.
Step by step shots of Blueberry & Lime Jam – do check out my step-by-step video!
Can you use frozen blueberries?
Yes, frozen blueberries will work well too, just don’t thaw them first!
Is Blueberry & Lime Jam shelf stable?
I get asked this question about my jams by many readers from across the pond. In Europe we don’t water bath our jams, so yes, this jam is shelf stable. However I would never impose my way of making jam on anyone outside of Europe so if you are more comfortable water bathing my jams then feel free to do so. I just can’t give you and advice on this matter as it’s not something I have ever done.
I do hope you try my Blueberry & Lime Jam as it is totally delicious and great as a breakfast or tea time preserve. Don’t forget to share it with me on social media tagging @FabFood4All.
More Blueberry Recipes
I do hope you try my Blueberry & Lime Jam. Here are some more blueberry and/or lime themed recipes you might like to try:
- Simple Blueberry Jam
- Tutti Frutti Jam
- Rhubarb & Blueberry Tarte Tatin
- Blueberry & Lemon Soda Bread
- Blueberry, Banana & White Chocolate Chip Muffins
- Easy Iced Lime Cake
- Fig and Lime Jam
- 5 Minute Lime Curd
- Lime & Ginger Curd
Here’s an image for you to pin!
Blueberry & Lime Jam
Equipment
- preserving pan (large pan)
- long handled wooden spoon
- ladle
- jam funnel
- 1 - 2 jam jars
- 1 - 2 lids
Ingredients
- 600 g blueberries rinsed & stalks/mushy ones removed
- 2 unwaxed limes zested
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 400 g granulated sugar
Instructions
- Place blueberries, sugar, lime juice and zest into a preserving pan (or one of equivalent size).
- Over a gentle heat, dissolve the sugar, stirring regularly (do not simmer).
- One the sugar has dissolved crush about half of the blueberries with a potato masher leaving the other half whole.
- Then turn up the heat to bring the pan to a rolling boil and set a timer for 8 minutes (stir continuously with a wooden spoon to stop the jam catching on the bottom of the pan).
- Test for set by removing jam from the heat and putting a teaspoon full of jam on a chilled saucer.
- Place saucer in fridge for about 30 seconds, then push your finger through the jam which should form a soft gel like crinkle (it’s better to under cook than over cook).
- If the jam hasn’t reached setting point yet, cook for another minute and repeat test until ready.
- Pot up into hot sterilised jars and screw on lids immediately. (I find a small fruit ladle and jam funnel useful for this.)
- Allow jam to cool before using and keep in a cool dark place.
- Once opened jam should be kept in the fridge and used within about 3 months. Unopened jam is best eaten in the first year but will last years.
Video
Notes
- Sterilise jars by washing in hot soapy water (or take straight from dishwasher), fill with boiling water, empty and then place in oven for 20 minutes at 140°C where you leave them until the jam is ready. Washed lids should be sterilised with boiling water and then left to drain (if they don’t dry in time I pop them in the oven once the jars have finished “cooking” and just run the fan to dry them off for a few minutes).
- Place 3 saucers in the freezer for testing set.
Jeni Hartley
I love this jam and the extra tang from the lime. I did double the recipe and it just longer to set. Perfection.
Camilla
Yay Jen, so glad you like it, blueberries make such good jam and the lime just adds that “je ne sais quoi:”-)
Arlene
This was delicious! A unique jam at I’ve never seen it in stores, but absolutely wonderful flavor. I used blueberries we picked and froze last summer. Worked out well, and I’m excited to eat the rest of the jar haha! 😉 This is the second jam I’ve tried from your site, and it’s all really helped build my confidence about jam making. Thank you!
Arlene
“…a unique jam *AS* I’ve never seen it in stores…” Please forgive my auto correct. :/
Camilla
So happy that you found my Blueberry & Lime Jam delicious and that I’ve helped build your jam making confidence Arlene. Hope you go onto try many more of my jam recipes and always happy to have requests:-)
Patricia H
I entered my Blueberry and Lime jam into my local Horticultural Show. I was thrilled to get second prize
Camilla
That’s wonderful Patricia, so pleased for you:-)
Patricia H
I grow blueberries and was looking for a jam recipe with a wow factor. I came across this recipe and gave it a try. I’m so glad I did. The resulting jam is delicious. You can taste both fruits equally. Amazing. I’ll certainly be making this jam again.
Camilla
Aaw, Patricia, I’m so happy that you like my recipe, thank you so much for the praise:-)
Debra
Super delicious and easy to make. We used our frozen blueberries we picked during the summer, made 1/4 pint jars, now can’t keep the grandbabies out of the jam ☺️❤️
Camilla
So happy that you and your grandchilden love this jam, it is utterly yummy:-) Hope you try a few of my other jam recipes too.
Anita
This jam is especially nice in the centre of a courgette and lime cake, especially with a dollop of fresh cream, I have been awaiting this years blueberries to make my next batch and am ready to go, can’t wait
Camilla
Ooh, that does sound like an epic combination Anita, would love to try that. I started growing blueberries this year and the birds beat me to one bush and I had about 3 berries from the other. Pinning my hopes on next year as they are quite small.
Helen
Made a batch yesterday, just sitting down to some on toast for breakfast. It’s beautiful, the flavours complement each other so well. I cut back on the sugar as the fresh blueberries were nice and sweet, and still managed to make it set somewhat. I love that it only makes 2 jars, just the right amount for our house. I’m looking forward to trying some of your other recipes.
Camilla
Oh brilliant, so glad you like this recipe, thank you for your feedback. I have lots of other lovely jams which I’m sure you’ll love too:-)
Miwanyo
I made this with my grand mother and shes a bit of a sweet tooth. It was so easy and I am only 9 and I could do it. It was really good and we had such fun making it. Thank you
Camilla
Aaw, that’s so wonderful to hear, so glad you like the jam and I think you win the prize for the youngest person to comment on one of my recipes:-)
Robert
Have just made this jam as I managed to pick up 2 kilos of blueberries from our local supermarket at a silly price due to being close to they sell by date.,so decided to try this as nothing to loose and I must say fantastic flavour and easy recipe. This is definitely going into my must make recipes for jams Thank you
Camilla
Wonderful Robert, so glad you like the recipe:-)
Mette
So delicious – and super easy – the blueberries in my garden in Denmark are ripening right now so this is not the last time I will use this recipe – maybe I will try with a little less sugar next time. Thank you for a great recipe!
Camilla
Thank you Mette, so glad you like the recipe and very envious of your blueberries. I had some small plants I got in the post once but they didn’t take off, perhaps it’s time to try again!
Mette
I think you need more than one sort of blueberries and the plants demand sour soil if you want to succeed with growing your own blueberries
Camilla
Thanks, I think we must have acidic soil as Camellias and Rhododendrons do well here. Once I’ve mastered rhubarb which I started growing this year but won’t be able to harvest until next year, I might try and find room for some blueberry bushes:-)
Mette
Acidic soil (was what I meant with “sour” soil – I just didn’t know the English word for it) is perfect for blueberries – so try planting different blueberries next year.
Camilla
Yes I knew what you meant:-) My last attempt was at our old house, might try next year, just need to find some room in the garden:-)
Jan Rutledge
Made this jam a couple of weeks ago but halved the recipe just in case. I find blueberries don’t have much flavour and they are quite expensive. Also used jam sugar to make sure of the set. It was absolutely delicious. You can really taste both the blueberries and the lime. Just made another batch.
Thanks Camilla, keep the recipes coming.
Camilla
Great Jan, glad you like the recipe. I only buy blueberries when I find a bargain as yes otherwise it works out very expensive. You really don’t need jam sugar as blueberries are naturally high in pectin and the lime juice aids the jelling plus there’s also pectin in the lime zest.
Sylvia
I tried making the blueberry and lime jam, nice and simple and I like the taste so far. My hubby will be the real test. Thanks
Camilla
Thanks Sylvia, so glad you like it! Fingers crossed hubby does too:-)
Choclette
Sounds delicious Camilla. I reckon blueberries need something like zingy lime to give them a lift. I’ve just made a batch of plum jam with lime and it’s fabulous. The plums weren’t particularly flavoursome ones, so the lime worked really well.
Camilla
Thanks Choclette, yes the lime works so well with the blueberries. Your plum jam sounds fab too!
Janice
I love the sound of your Blueberry & Lime Jam. Lime is such a delicious flavour in jams,.
Camilla
Thank you Janice, lime adds such a lovely flavour dimension:-)
B
This sounds lovely! We shall make this recipe tomorrow. We have several bushes…does this blueberry jam need canning in a water bath to allow it to pantry set for a year or more?
Camilla
Hi B, thank you, we don’t can our jams in the UK, the sugar acts as the preservative and this jam will be safe to eat for many years but I always say it’s at it’s best in the first year. But provided it’s stored in a cool, dry, dark place I’ve heard of jam still being safe to eat after 20 years! The reason you would can a jam is if botulism is a concern not to make the jam shelf stable as this already is. I don’t know anything about that process but believe you need to refer to your jar instructions (or so I’m told).