Description
A delightful and festive jam made with cranberries and oranges, perfect for holiday gatherings and gifts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cranberries (fresh or frozen)
- 2 oranges (zested and juiced)
- 2 cups granulated sugar (or brown sugar)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 package pectin
Instructions
- Prep the Ingredients: Rinse the cranberries thoroughly and remove any that are discolored. Zest the oranges and juice them, setting aside the zest for later.
- Combine Fruits and Sugar: In your crockpot, combine the cranberries, orange juice, orange zest, and sugar. Stir gently to mix everything together.
- Add the Spices: Sprinkle in the cinnamon and cloves. If you like a little kick, consider adding a pinch of cayenne pepper for an unexpected depth.
- Slow Cook: Set your crockpot on low for about 300-360 minutes. It will bubble and transform as it cooks, so keep the lid on to maintain moisture.
- Check Consistency: Near the end of cooking time, check if the jam has thickened. You can mash it gently for a smoother texture or keep some chunks for rustic appeal.
- Cool and Store: Once complete, allow the jam to cool before transferring it to jars. Store it in the refrigerator for up to a month or follow proper canning techniques if you’d like to stock up for gifts.
Notes
Fresh cranberries and ripe oranges elevate the flavor. Adjust sugar according to your taste, as it’s essential for preservation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: holiday jam, cranberry jam, Christmas recipes, festive recipes, homemade jam