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Magical Homemade Christmas Jam Recipe You'll Crave

Magical Homemade Christmas Jam

This magical Christmas jam combines cranberries, strawberries, and orange for a festive spread that you'll crave all year round.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course: Spread
Cuisine: Holiday
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Fruit Mixture
  • 340 g fresh or frozen cranberries thawed, if frozen
  • 1 piece peeled orange remove seeds if any
  • 2 tsp orange zest freshly grated for best flavor
  • 454 g fresh or frozen strawberries thawed, if frozen
  • 0.25 tsp ground cloves adds warmth and depth
  • 0.25 tsp allspice for a spiced aroma
  • 0.25 tsp ground cinnamon classic holiday spice
  • 800 g cane sugar adjust sweetness to taste
  • 1 packet powdered fruit pectin helps jam set
  • 120 ml water for cooking the fruit

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Sterilized Jars

Method
 

  1. Wash and prepare all fruits.
  2. Combine cranberries, strawberries, orange, orange zest, water, and spices in a large pot.
  3. Cook over medium heat until fruits soften and release juices.
  4. Stir in sugar and pectin, then bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat and simmer until thickened, stirring occasionally.
  6. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before transferring to sterilized jars.
  7. Seal jars and store in the refrigerator or process for longer shelf life.

Notes

This jam makes a perfect homemade gift. Serve on toast, scones, or even as a topping for desserts.