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Magical Homemade Christmas Jam Recipe You'll Crave

Magical Homemade Christmas Jam

This delightful jam combines cranberries, strawberries, and spices for a festive treat perfect for the holiday season.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 1 batch
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Fruits and Spices
  • 340 g fresh or frozen cranberries thawed, if frozen
  • 1 piece peeled orange
  • 2 tsp orange zest
  • 454 g fresh or frozen strawberries thawed, if frozen
  • 0.25 tsp ground cloves
  • 0.25 tsp allspice
  • 0.25 tsp ground cinnamon
Sweeteners and Thickeners
  • 800 g cane sugar
  • 1.75 oz powdered fruit pectin use 1 to 1.75 oz
  • 120 ml water

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.

Nutrition

Calories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 13gFiber: 0.5gSugar: 12g

Notes

This jam makes a wonderful holiday gift. Serve it with toast, pancakes, or as a topping for desserts.
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