How Long Does It Take for Jam to Set No Pectin

The good news is, you can fix it! First, remember that freezer jam is often softer and needs 24-48 hours to properly set. If you’ve waited that time and you still don’t like how thin your jam is, use a rubber scraper and place jam back in a medium sized saucepan over medium-high heat.

How long does it take jam to thicken without pectin?

Cook the fruit and sugar. Bring the mixture up to a boil, stirring frequently. Continue to boil while keeping an eye on it, still stirring frequently, until the fruit is jammy and thick, about 20 minutes.

Will jam without pectin thicken as it cools?

Cool the mixture: Remove from the heat and allow to cool. The mixture will thicken as the temperature decreases.