Storing Strawberries In Mason Jars

I love strawberries, and I love mason jars. So it’s no surprise that when I came across a recipe for storing berries in mason jars (because they’re so cute!), I jumped on the opportunity to try it out. The great thing about this method is that you can use small batches of berries right away, but then throw them in the freezer for later use as well! This way you don’t have to worry about whether or not there are enough berries left over after baking cookies, cakes or pies (or whatever else you might want to make with them).

Wash strawberries and pat dry.

Once your strawberries are in their mason jars, it’s time to wash them. Wash the strawberries in a colander and pat dry with a paper towel. Do not rinse your berries!

Hullberries and cut in half (or quarters). Remove all stems!

Hull the strawberries. Hulling is easy, but it’s also something you can do before you leave for work in the morning and come home to a finished product. Simply cut the top off of each berry, then use your thumb or a paring knife to lift off that white cap at the bottom of the berry. If you’re feeling fancy, you can quarter or halve them—just make sure to remove all of their stems before storing! Washing your berries with cool water will help prevent mold growth as well as keep them fresh longer. Pat dry with a towel once they’re clean and ready to fill up those jars!

Mix 2 tablespoons of lemon juice with 8 to 10 tablespoons of sugar.

To make the strawberry syrup, mix 2 tablespoons of lemon juice with 8 to 10 tablespoons of sugar. You can use a ratio of 2:8-10. If you have larger berries, use more lemon juice. If you have smaller berries, use less. Mix the lemon juice and sugar together until they’re fully combined before moving on to the next step.

You’ll need a non-reactive container for storing your strawberries in mason jars: stainless steel or glass work best (plastic tends to absorb flavors). Place each berry into its own jar before adding some syrup and sealing it tightly shut with an airtight lid or cork stopper (if using). The finished product will keep at room temperature for up to 3 weeks if properly sealed and stored in an appropriate environment during that time period; otherwise, store in the fridge for up to two months if not used within this timeframe!

Set aside the remaining sugar (to be used the next day) and pour over strawberries.

• Set aside the remaining sugar (to be used the next day) and pour over strawberries.
• Leave 1 inch space at the top of each jar.
• Use a canning funnel to ensure that you don’t spill any of your home-canned strawberry jam on yourself, or in your kitchen!
• Wipe rims clean with a wet paper towel.
• Place lids and rings on jars according to manufacturer’s instructions.

Gently fold strawberries into sugar and lemon juice. Let sit for at least 30 minutes to let juices drain, stirring occasionally if needed.

• Mason jars are the perfect storage containers for strawberries.
• Do not use plastic, metal or glass containers.
• Do not wrap your berries in plastic wrap or foil.
• Do not store them in paper bags, either!

Ladle into jars within 1 inch from the top (the remaining space will allow for shrinkage). A canning funnel makes this process easier. Wipe rims clean with a wet paper towel before placing on lids and rings (I like to fill one jar at a time so that I am not stuck with more than one open jar of berries at a time).

Allow jars to sit on counter for 24 hours before freezing. You may wipe off condensation after 8 hours or so, if desired.

Allow jars to sit on counter for 24 hours before freezing. You may wipe off condensation after 8 hours or so, if desired.

Allow jars to sit on counter for 24 hours before freezing. You may wipe off condensation after 8 hours or so, if desired.

Store your mason jars in the freezer for later use

Although there are several methods for preserving strawberries, one of the simplest is to freeze them. This works because the air around frozen water molecules becomes a solid, which means that they take up much less space than they would normally. When this occurs, it’s called freezing.

Storing your Mason jars in the freezer ensures that your berries will stay fresh longer and you’ll be able to use them at any time. You can make smoothies with frozen berries or jam with frozen strawberries!

If you want to store your strawberries longer, then I suggest freezing them. If you would like to make this process easier, then use a canning funnel and wipe down the rims of your mason jars with a wet paper towel before placing on lids and rings. This will help prevent any mess from dripping off the rim when it’s time for storage!