Late spring is strawberry season, and it’s the one I look forward to all year. There’s nothing like biting into a sun-warmed berry straight from the patch, juice running down your chin, knowing that this is as good as fruit gets. If you’ve been waiting for the perfect moment to start your summer canning, this is it.
The beauty of strawberry canning is how many directions you can go. Classic jam, of course, but also pie filling, syrup, juice concentrate, even pickled strawberries if you want to try something unexpected. These are all water bath canning recipes, simple enough for beginners and satisfying for experienced canners ready to fill the pantry after a long winter without fresh produce.
Here are my favorite strawberry canning recipes to make while the berries are at their best.
These are the recipes that belong in every canner’s rotation. Bright red, intensely fruity, and perfect on toast.
Old Fashioned Strawberry Jam (No Added Pectin) – Deep ruby color with concentrated strawberry flavor. Just berries, sugar, and a little lemon.
Old Fashioned Strawberry Preserves – Whole or halved berries suspended in a glossy syrup. Beautiful and rustic.
Low Sugar Strawberry Jam (with Pectin) – Bright berry flavor with less sweetness, using standard low-sugar pectin.
Low Sugar Strawberry Jam (with Pomona’s Pectin) – Even more control over sweetness with Pomona’s universal pectin.
Classic Strawberry Jelly – Smooth, seedless, and brilliant red. Perfect if you prefer a cleaner spread.
Strawberries play well with other flavors. These combinations are worth every jar.
Strawberry Rhubarb Jam – The classic spring pairing. Sweet berries balanced by tart rhubarb.
Strawberry Marmalade – Strawberries with a hint of citrus and tender peel. Bright and a little unexpected.
Strawberry Applesauce – Pink, fruity, and perfect for kids (or adults who never outgrew applesauce).
If you grow unusual strawberry varieties or forage wild ones, these recipes are for you.
Alpine Strawberry Jam (or Wild Strawberry Jam) – Tiny berries with intense, concentrated flavor. Worth the extra picking time.
Pineberry Jam – Made from white strawberries with hints of pineapple. Pale pink and delicately flavored.
Preserve strawberry flavor in pourable form for drinks, desserts, and more.
Strawberry Syrup – Deep red and intensely fruity. Drizzle over pancakes, ice cream, or stir into sparkling water.
Canning Strawberry Juice – Pure strawberry flavor, ready to drink or use as a base for other recipes.
Canning Strawberry Lemonade Concentrate – Just add water for the most refreshing summer drink. A favorite with kids.
Get ahead on summer desserts with shelf-stable pie filling.
Canning Strawberry Pie Filling – Open a jar and pour it into a crust. Homemade strawberry pie in minutes.
For adventurous canners ready to try something new.
Pickled Strawberries – Sweet, tangy, and a little savory. Surprisingly good on salads or alongside roasted pork.
I’ve gathered all my strawberry recipes in one place on the main site: 30+ Strawberry Canning Recipes. You’ll find even more ideas for putting up this season’s harvest.
Strawberry season is short but sweet. If you’ve got berries coming in, now is the time to can as much as you can manage. Your February self will be grateful when you crack open a jar of summer sunshine.
If there’s a strawberry recipe you’re looking for or something you’d like help with, just leave me a note in the comments. I’d love to hear what you’re putting up this season.
Happy Canning!
-Ashley at Creative Canning
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