Lately, I've been a fan of toast-and-iced-latte breakfast combos. Peanut butter, banana slices, Nutella, Matcha Jam - I've tried them all. Though, an absence of orange marmalade in the household instigated a sudden urge for jam.
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Undertaking this project with a compelling breadmaker/jam-maker hybrid, this is likely the first experiment exhibiting heavy reliance on modern-day appliances.
The machine in question is the Breville BBM800XL, which features a "Jam" setting claiming to produce a sweet fruit emulsion in precisely one hour. A relatively watery, yet pulpy concoction was the result, so additional measures were taken to ensure congealing.
The machine in question is the Breville BBM800XL, which features a "Jam" setting claiming to produce a sweet fruit emulsion in precisely one hour. A relatively watery, yet pulpy concoction was the result, so additional measures were taken to ensure congealing.
Despite the initial setback, the final creation(s) were more than satisfactory as first attempts. The jams are extremely versatile and can be used traditionally on toast, or less conventionally as a beverage enhancer. (From personal experience, matcha lattes and unflavoured carbonated water are the ways to go!)
Once methods have been derived to create a similar product without the assistance of additional appliances, this space shall be updated accordingly. Frozen berries and other seasonal fruits may also be considered, though repeatable results cannot be confirmed at this point in time.
Ingredients
(Recipe adapted from Breville manual, p.118)
(Recipe adapted from Breville manual, p.118)
| Strawberry Jam - 4 cups fresh strawberries, finely chopped * - 1 cup granulated sugar - 1/4 cup lemon juice - 1 tbsp glutinous rice flour * - 1/4 cup cold water | Strawberry-Blackberry Jam - 3 cups fresh strawberries, finely chopped * - 1 cup fresh blackberries, halved - 1 cup granulated sugar - 1/4 cup lemon juice - 1 tbsp glutinous rice flour * - 1/4 cup cold water |
Directions:
i) Strawberry Jam
1) Familiarize oneself with the Breville BBM800XL (or your bread maker of choice), paying special attention to safety precautions and operating instructions.
2) Secure the paddle in the mixing compartment and ensure that the mixing compartment is secured within the machine.
3) Combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in the compartment.
4) Close the lid of the appliance and connect it to a power source. Commence the jam-making process by selecting the "Jam" function.
5) Allow the machine to pulverize the contents of the mixing container while providing heat.
6) Once done, verify that the softened berry mixture has reached the desired consistency. Should the ideal jam-like consistency be attained, let the mixture cool before chilling.
7) If the berry mixture remains relatively watery, transfer to a medium saucepan and cook over medium-high heat.
8) Thoroughly mix glutinous rice flour with cold water, then add into the saucepan while stirring.
9) Reduce the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly to prevent burning. Remove from heat once the surface appears shiny and the desire consistency has been achieved.
10) Let cool then refrigerate.
11) Serve and enjoy with toast or in beverages!
ii) Strawberry-Blackberry Jam
1) Familiarize oneself with the Breville BBM800XL (or your bread maker of choice), paying special attention to safety precautions and operating instructions.
2) Secure the paddle in the mixing compartment and ensure that the mixing compartment is secured within the machine.
3) Combine strawberries, blackberries sugar, and lemon juice in the compartment.
4) Repeat Steps 4 to 11 of Strawberry Jam recipe.
Notes
- This recipe utilizes a Breville BBM800XL breadmaking machine that includes a "Jam" setting. Please note that not all bread makers are equipped with this function, and one should check beforehand to ensure when using specialized mechanical devices in cooking.
- A Strawberry Coulis recipe from the Breville manual from was modified to create a thicker, more spread-able jam. I did not adhere to the original recipe exactly, thus the addition of a stabilizer was deemed necessary for the selected fruit-to-sugar ratio.
- Depending on the size of one's machine's mixing compartment, the quantities (and varieties) of fruit can be increased for a greater jam yield. Be aware that modifications have yet to be tested, and thus results are not guaranteed.
- A fruit-to-sugar ratio of 4:1 resulted in commerical standard Smucker's-like sweetness. Feel free to reduce the amount of sugar to suit one's preferences, though, be warned that less sugar may lead to a runny final product.
- Glutinous rice flour was the stabilizer of choice in this recipe, though alternatives such as corn starch, tapioca starch, or plain flour can also be used.
i) Strawberry Jam
1) Familiarize oneself with the Breville BBM800XL (or your bread maker of choice), paying special attention to safety precautions and operating instructions.
2) Secure the paddle in the mixing compartment and ensure that the mixing compartment is secured within the machine.
3) Combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in the compartment.
4) Close the lid of the appliance and connect it to a power source. Commence the jam-making process by selecting the "Jam" function.
5) Allow the machine to pulverize the contents of the mixing container while providing heat.
6) Once done, verify that the softened berry mixture has reached the desired consistency. Should the ideal jam-like consistency be attained, let the mixture cool before chilling.
7) If the berry mixture remains relatively watery, transfer to a medium saucepan and cook over medium-high heat.
8) Thoroughly mix glutinous rice flour with cold water, then add into the saucepan while stirring.
9) Reduce the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly to prevent burning. Remove from heat once the surface appears shiny and the desire consistency has been achieved.
10) Let cool then refrigerate.
11) Serve and enjoy with toast or in beverages!
ii) Strawberry-Blackberry Jam
1) Familiarize oneself with the Breville BBM800XL (or your bread maker of choice), paying special attention to safety precautions and operating instructions.
2) Secure the paddle in the mixing compartment and ensure that the mixing compartment is secured within the machine.
3) Combine strawberries, blackberries sugar, and lemon juice in the compartment.
4) Repeat Steps 4 to 11 of Strawberry Jam recipe.
Notes
- This recipe utilizes a Breville BBM800XL breadmaking machine that includes a "Jam" setting. Please note that not all bread makers are equipped with this function, and one should check beforehand to ensure when using specialized mechanical devices in cooking.
- A Strawberry Coulis recipe from the Breville manual from was modified to create a thicker, more spread-able jam. I did not adhere to the original recipe exactly, thus the addition of a stabilizer was deemed necessary for the selected fruit-to-sugar ratio.
- Depending on the size of one's machine's mixing compartment, the quantities (and varieties) of fruit can be increased for a greater jam yield. Be aware that modifications have yet to be tested, and thus results are not guaranteed.
- A fruit-to-sugar ratio of 4:1 resulted in commerical standard Smucker's-like sweetness. Feel free to reduce the amount of sugar to suit one's preferences, though, be warned that less sugar may lead to a runny final product.
- Glutinous rice flour was the stabilizer of choice in this recipe, though alternatives such as corn starch, tapioca starch, or plain flour can also be used.
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