Magical Homemade Christmas Jam Recipe You'll Crave
A sweet and tangy homemade jam perfect for the holiday season, combining cranberries, strawberries, and warm spices.
Ingredients
- 12 oz fresh or frozen cranberries thawed, if frozen
- 1 peeled orange
- 2 teaspoon orange zest
- 16 oz fresh or frozen strawberries thawed, if frozen
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- ¼ teaspoon allspice
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 4 cups cane sugar
- 1 – 1.75 oz powdered fruit pectin
- ½ cup water
Instructions
- Wash and prepare all fruits.
- Combine cranberries, strawberries, orange, orange zest, water, and spices in a large pot.
- Cook over medium heat until fruits soften and release juices.
- Stir in sugar and pectin, then bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until thickened, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly before transferring to sterilized jars.
- Seal jars and store in the refrigerator or process for longer shelf life.
Notes
- Use fresh fruit for best flavor.
- Adjust sugar to taste if needed.
- Sterilize jars properly for safe storage.
- Jam thickens as it cools.