Description
A delightful and versatile cranberry jam filled with holiday spirit, perfect for sharing with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh cranberries
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 lemon or orange, juiced and zested
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Rinse the cranberries and check for spoiled ones.
- Combine in a pot: In a large pot, add cranberries, sugar, water, and any spices or citrus zest.
- Cook gently: Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves and cranberries start popping (about 10 minutes).
- Simmer: Lower the heat and simmer for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.
- Jar it up: Pour hot jam into sterilized jars, leaving headspace at the top and seal them tightly.
- Cool and store: Let jars cool to room temperature before storing in the fridge.
Notes
Add a splash of red wine or bourbon for an adult twist. Jam can last for several weeks if stored properly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: cranberry jam, holiday recipe, homemade jam, festive spread