Christmas Jam Recipe A Festive Homemade Treat

 

Ingredients 

2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries

2 cups fresh or frozen strawberries, hulled and halved

2 cups sugar

1 cup unsweetened apple juice

Zest and juice of 1 medium orange

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

½ teaspoon ground cloves

½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

1 (3 oz) pouch liquid fruit pectin

Instructions

Start by placing the cranberries, strawberries, apple juice, orange zest, and orange juice into a large saucepan.

Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat and cook until the fruit softens. Use a potato masher or immersion blender to break down the fruit to your preferred consistency.

Stir in the sugar and spices and bring the mixture back to a boil. Let it cook for several minutes.

then stir in the liquid pectin and boil hard for one minute, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and ladle into sterilized jars, leaving a little space at the top.

Wipe the rims clean, seal, and process in a water bath if preserving long-term, or let cool and refrigerate for immediate use.

How to Make

The key to making a successful Christmas Jam is to strike a balance between sweetness and tartness while infusing it with holiday spice.

Begin by simmering the fruits and juice together until tender, then mash or blend the mixture until smooth or chunky, depending on your preference.

Adding the sugar and warming spices gives the jam its festive character. A quick boil after adding the liquid pectin ensures the jam sets properly, leaving you with a spreadable and flavorful preserve.